The Detroit Tigers have made a significant addition to their outfield by acquiring Brewer Hicklen from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for cash considerations. Hicklen, a versatile right-handed hitter, excelled in Triple-A last season, hitting 22 home runs and stealing 44 bases. The 29-year-old has primarily played in the corner outfield positions, and he has been assigned to Triple-A Toledo as the Tigers bolster their roster. This move comes as Ty Madden is placed on the 60-day injured list due to a rotator cuff strain, allowing Hicklen to fill an immediate need.

In a busy week for the Tigers, they have also signed Manuel Margot and added Ben Gamel to their minor league roster, further enhancing their outfield depth. Throughout his minor league career, Hicklen has demonstrated solid offensive capabilities, with a .245 batting average and an impressive .834 OPS across 317 games. Despite limited Major League experience, the Tigers are optimistic about Hicklen's potential contribution.