The Detroit Tigers claimed infielder Isan Díaz, a left-handed hitter, off waivers from the San Francisco Giants before Monday's series opener against the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park.
The 27-year-old has been optioned to Triple-A Toledo.
Left-hander Zach Logue has been designated for assignment by the Tigers to create room for Díaz on the 40-man roster. The Tigers will promote a position player from Triple-A Toledo when shortstop Javier Báez gets placed on the bereavement list before Tuesday's game.
Díaz has a .179 batting average, 9.