Kevin Newman News: Inks MiLB deal with DET

Updated on August 24, 2025 at 2:13pm

The Tigers signed Newman to a minor-league contract Saturday and assigned him to Triple-A Toledo, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Newman was released by the Angels on Aug. 2, and he's finally found a new home. His time with the Tigers will begin at the Triple-A level. The 31-year-old has slashed .202/.209/.272 in 116 plate appearances this season, but his calling card is his defense.