After what seemed like a long wait for any action as the major league trade deadline approached, the Detroit Tigers finally made a move, sending Robbie Grossman to the Atlanta Braves for LHP Kris Anglin.
Grossman was not a popular name on the rumor mill leading up to the trade. Frankly, it was difficult to see any team being interested given his struggles at the plate this year. All things considered, his trade value was extremely low. That means the return wasn’t going to be a flashy prospect. The Tigers were probably lucky to find a buyer for him at all.