Tigers Have a Case to Keep McKinstry as a Reserve
On November 2, the case for Detroit retaining Zach McKinstry for 2027 centered on his defensive versatility despite a difficult season at the plate.
McKinstry hit .199 with a .288 on-base percentage and .294 slugging percentage in 423 plate appearances. Those results raise questions about giving him a large share of starts, but his ability to play across the infield and outfield could still fill a useful role for Detroit next season.