Episode
Cruz Called Up, Malgeri Left Behind
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- Jun 19, 2026
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- 100
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Summary
Trei Cruz is making his MLB debut with the Detroit Tigers, replacing Wenceel Perez after an injury — a major milestone for the 2020 draft class. While fans debate whether Ben Malgeri, a standout in Triple-A, deserved the call-up instead, the Tigers prioritize Cruz’s defensive versatility across multiple positions. Cruz’s minor league stats are impressive — 48 homers, 251 RBIs — and his family legacy adds even more weight: his dad and granddad both played in the majors. Malgeri’s offensive fire could still light up the bench later this season, but for now, Cruz’s all-around value makes him the perfect fit. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/84d27dc7d2a5cf2e