The Detroit Tigers have secured their starting catcher Jake Rogers for the 2025 season with a $2.64 million contract, a notable increase from his $1.7 million salary for 2024. Rogers, who was drafted by the Houston Astros and later traded to the Tigers in the Justin Verlander deal, is in his second full major league season. He faces one more year of arbitration eligibility before becoming a free agent in 2027.

Despite being nominated for a Gold Glove due to his exceptional defensive skills, Rogers struggled offensively in 2024, hitting just .197 with a .607 OPS, a significant drop from his previous season's performance. He managed only 10 home runs compared to 21 in 2023. With limited competition behind the plate, Rogers has a crucial opportunity to enhance his offensive output while maintaining his defensive prowess this upcoming season.