Tigers reveal risky ALDS pitching plan as Reese Olson update changes approach

Division Series - Cleveland Guardians v Detroit Tigers - Game 4 | Duane Burleson/GettyImagesIt wouldn't be a Detroit Tigers game without a little bit of pitching chaos, and that's exactly what we're going to get in Game 1 of the ALDS.

Manager AJ Hinch told reporters Friday (including Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press) that right-hander Troy Melton will get the starting nod Saturday against the Seattle Mariners. While he isn't expected to get the workload of a traditional starter, Melton will kick off what is likely to be a bullpen game for Detroit against the AL West division champions.

During his rookie season in 2025, Melton posted a 2.76 ERA with 15 walks and 36 strikeouts across 4…