Tiger Geist

Not sure how it might work out, but Livan Hernandez is somewhat available, having been designated for assignment by Minnesota.  He’s listed at 33 years old, but could very well be 137.

Would he be an upgrade to the starting rotation?  Currently he’s sporting a 5.48 ERA, but at least he’s not walking many (29 in 139 innings).  If they could figure it out, he would be reunited with Jim Leyland, another Marlin connection, where he was the 1997 NLCS and World Series MVP.

ESPN is reporting the Mets and Rockies as possible suitors if Hernandez clears waivers… but why not Detroit?

Side Note:  If you want a great baseball read on Cuban baseball, including details on the Hernandez half-brothers, pick up The Duke of Havana.  Great read.