JAVIER BÁEZ NEWS

Dazzles during WBC Baez rejoined the Tigers on Monday after hitting .368 with one home run, three doubles, six RBI and zero walks against three strikeouts over five games for Team Puerto Rico in the...

Impact Baez was a standout performer for Puerto Rico in the tournament, as in addition to his exploits at the plate, he impressed with a few dazzling plays in the field at second base. He'll move back to his usual spot at shortstop now that he's back at Tigers camp, and the team brass will be hoping that the strong showing on the international stage will help invigorate Baez after he endured a rough first season in Detroit upon signing a six-year, $140 million deal last winter. Despite his excellent showing in the WBC, Baez hasn't carried that form over to the Grapefruit League, where he's slashing .136/.130/.227 with no walks and four strikeouts in eight games.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

U.S. routs Canada in WBC; Puerto Rico pitchers perfect

Mike Trout hit a three-run homer, Lance Lynn threw five impressive innings and the United States used a nine-run first to cruise past Canada 12-1 at the World Baseball Classic

MARCH 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Baseball Classic 2023 odds: Dominican Republic favorite to win it all

With a key player opting out for Team USA, the Dominican Republic is the new WBC pretournament betting favorite at FOX Bet.

MARCH 2, 2023

Future with team uncertain Baez can opt out of his contract after the upcoming season, and it's unclear if he'll remain in Detroit beyond 2023, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact Baez had a disappointing first season in Detroit after signing a six-year, $140 million deal, posting just a .671 OPS and hitting only 17 home runs after recording 31 long balls in 2021. Entering his age-30 season, Baez will be looking to rebound, and if he does, he may want to test free agency again next offseason. The rebuilding Tigers may also look to trade him at some point in 2023, particularly if the shortstop plays well and Detroit can acquire solid prospects in return.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ranking the best 23 shortstops of 2023 in the MLB

Who are baseball's best shortstops? Ben Verlander breaks down his five tiers.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers play in game 4 of series

The Seattle Mariners play the Detroit Tigers, leading the series 2-1

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not starting Game 2 Baez is out of the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mariners.

Impact Baez went 0-for-5 with a strikeout during Game 1 and will take a seat for the nightcap. Ryan Kreidler will replace the veteran at shortstop for Game 2.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Snaps Kirby's homerless streak Baez went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Monday's 4-3 win over Seattle.

Impact Seattle starter George Kirby entered the contest having gone 14 starts since serving up his last long ball, but Baez snapped that streak with his two-run shot in the third inning on an 0-2 slider. The homer was Baez's 18th of the campaign, giving him an outside chance of reaching 20 for his fifth straight full season (excluding the substantially shortened 2020 campaign). Baez's power has ticked up near the end of the season, as he has five long balls over his past 16 contests.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers take 3-game win streak into matchup with the Mariners

The Detroit Tigers are looking to continue a three-game win streak with a victory over the Seattle Mariners

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tigers try to continue road win streak in matchup against the Mariners

The Detroit Tigers visit the Seattle Mariners trying to continue a three-game road winning streak

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steps out of lineup Baez is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.

Impact Baez started the past 12 games and will receive a day off after he posted a .245/.275/.449 slash line with three home runs and seven RBI during that stretch. Ryan Kreidler will start at shortstop and bat ninth in the series finale.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers and Twins play in series rubber match

Both the Detroit Tigers and the Minnesota Twins are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tigers take on the Twins on home winning streak

The Detroit Tigers host the Minnesota Twins trying to continue a three-game home winning streak

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Goes deep Thursday Baez went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored in Thursday's 10-3 win over the Royals.

Impact Baez played a big role in the blowout win with his 16th home run of the season leading the way. He's still just over half of the way to the 31 long balls he hit in 2021, as his production has dipped across the board in his first year with the Tigers. Baez is still capable of breaking out in 2023, and he figures to come at a discount in fantasy drafts.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Báez, brigade of young bats roll to 6th straight win DETROIT -- Before Javier Báez became a key part of the 2016 World Series champion Cubs and a National League MVP runner-up a couple years la...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • MLB.COM

Royals bring road slide into matchup with the Tigers

The Kansas City Royals hit the road against the Detroit Tigers looking to break a three-game road losing streak

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stays hot Saturday Baez went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's 7-2 victory versus the White Sox.

Impact Baez scored on a Harold Castro homer in the first inning and put the game out of reach with his three-run smash to center field in the seventh. He finished with his eighth multi-game in September. Baez is batting .354 (28-for-79) with four homers, 14 RBI and a stolen base through 21 games this month.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox host the Tigers on 5-game home slide

The Chicago White Sox take on the Detroit Tigers looking to break a five-game home slide

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

White Sox host the Tigers on 4-game home slide

The Chicago White Sox aim to end their four-game home skid with a win against the Detroit Tigers

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS