Saturday evening, it was reported that the Detroit Tigers intend to call up veteran minor league first baseman Josh Lester. He was lifted from the Toledo Mud Hens’ game against the Rochester Red Wings on Saturday night, and should join the major league club on Sunday.
Miguel Cabrera’s left biceps strain sent him to the injured list on Saturday night, and opened up an opportunity. Lester will reap the rewards. He has played the entire minor league season with the Toledo Mud Hens, marking his third Triple-A stint during his lengthy career in the Tigers’ farm system.