Tue Jun 03 01:40:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Tigers Call Up Reliever Dylan Smith, Jobe’s Velocity Drop Raises Injury Concerns**

**Detroit, MI (May 29, 2025)** – The Detroit Tigers are bolstering their bullpen by calling up right-handed reliever Dylan Smith from Triple-A Toledo, according to *Tigers Torkmoil*. The move, a birthday gift for Smith who turned 25 yesterday, addresses an open spot on the 40-man roster.

Smith, a 2021 third-round pick, transitioned to a relief role this season after early struggles as a starter, hampered by forearm and shoulder injuries. The change has been transformative. He dominated Double-A Erie with a 1.80 ERA and a 37% strikeout rate in 20 innings. His brief stint in Toledo saw him toss 2 1/3 scoreless innings, striking out five. He is averaging 94 MPH on his fastball in his Triple-A work. While not ranked among Detroit’s top prospects by Baseball America, FanGraphs lauded his plus slider and lively fastball, ranking him 35th in the Tigers’ system.

The corresponding active roster move is expected to involve a pitcher.

Meanwhile, concerns are swirling around top pitching prospect Jackson Jobe, with reports of a velocity drop in yesterday’s game against the Giants and his subsequent refusal to speak with media post game. Fans and analysts speculate that Jobe’s velocity was down, possibly signaling an injury. Some even suggest a potential demotion, though an injury is more likely at this stage. The Tigers have yet to issue an official statement regarding Jobe’s status.

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