Once a Detroit Tigers prospect, Jake Thompson already feels like a well-traveled MLB veteran. He has spent time in four different organizations already in his career, the latest a stint with the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brew Crew designated Thompson for assignment on Friday following trades for pitcher Gio Gonzalez and outfielder Curtis Granderson. Once again, Thompson is looking for a new home.
But a grizzled veteran he is not. Still only 24, Thompson has just 116 1⁄3 major league innings under his belt, all with the Philadelphia Phillies.