Why Tigers are parting ways with catcher Jake Rogers

Jake Rogers may not have hit much in recent years, but he was a reliable backup catcher for the Detroit Tigers.Now, they're moving on from Rogers just days ahead of the MLB trade deadline.Rogers has been designated for assignment, according to USA Today's Bob Nightengale:The Detroit Tigers announce that popular catcher Jake Rogers is being DFA’d, and yes, Tarik Skubal will be making his start tomorrow, perhaps the last one in a Tigers’ uniform— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) July 28, 2026The DFA means Rogers is removed from the 40-man roster and has to pass through waivers.Another team could claim him. If he goes unclaimed, he could end up in Triple-A Toledo, or as a veteran, he could opt for free agency.MORE: Squirrel steals the show during MLB gameWhy are the Tigers moving on from Jake