The Reds released the 34-year-old Akiyama in April after he’d been squeezed off the Opening Day roster. A few weeks later, Akiyama signed with San Diego.
Truly, Maybin was the gift that kept on giving. With Ian Krol making his return to the Tigers last week, it seems like an ideal time to reflect not on Krol, but on the man who the Tigers traded him away for during his last stint with the team.
Goodrum hit the injured list on June 19 due to a tendon injury within his finger, which seemed concerning enough that Hinch said Goodrum was planning to consult with several hand specialists.