The Tigers designated former first-round pick and top prospect Alex Faedo for assignment. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Detroit Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris has already signed three free agents this offseason, but he plans on making more moves.

DETROIT -- Right-handed reliever Alex Faedo was designated for assignment by the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. The move created a roster spot for the signing of veteran reliever Tommy Kahnle.

The Tigers signed relief pitcher Kahnle to a one-year deal worth $7.75 million, adding another piece to their bullpen puzzle.

Kahnle, 35, went 0-2 with a 2.11 ERA and one save in 50 relief appearances with the American League champion Yankees last season.

Kahnle, 35, has been a model of consistency the last three seasons, posting 2.44 ERA and a 1.063 WHIP combined with the Dodgers and the Yankees.

The Tigers are closing in on a contract with free agent reliever Tommy Kahnle. Get more details at MLB Trade Rumors.

DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers are close to signing veteran right-handed reliever Tommy Kahnle. The New York Post first reported the deal, while FanSided.com first reported the terms: One year at $7.75 million. The Tigers have not yet confirmed the agreement, which is pending a physical.

The Tigers have designated right-hander Alex Faedo for assignment, per Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. His spot on the 40-man roster will go to newly signed reliever Tommy Kahnle ...

Veteran right-hander Tommy Kahnle has signed a one-year, $7.75 million contract with Detroit, boosting the Tigers’ bullpen as they come off their first playoff season in a decade. Kahnle, 35, went 0-2 with a 2.

DETROIT (AP ... In a corresponding move, the Tigers designated right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo for assignment. The 29-year-old Faedo went 5-3 with a 3.61 ERA last season while making 37 ...

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers are seen as 'co-favorites' for All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman. Nightengale