Detroit Tigers right-hander Rafael Montero's 5.06 ERA ranks 164th out of 174 relievers — just ahead of Carlos Hernández, John Brebbia.

The Tigers’ first bullpen deal ahead of Thursday’s Trade Deadline is a combination of a veteran reliever with postseason experience and a project for their pitching instruction department. Detroit acquired hard-throwing,

The Detroit Tigers have acquired some bullpen help ahead of the trade deadline. On Wednesday, the team announced a trade acquiring RHP Rafael Montero from the Atlanta Braves, in exchange for minor league INF Jim Jarvis.