Say Goodbye To Gleyber Torres

It’s official—Gleyber Torres, my fiery infielder who gave us so many unforgettable moments in pinstripes, is heading to the Detroit Tigers. 

The Tigers signed him to a one-year, $15 million deal, with a little cherry on top: a $500K assignment bonus if he’s traded. Hey Detroit fans, you’re getting a good one—flaws and all.

First things first, let’s wish Gleyber well on this new chapter in his career. As a Yankee, Torres was a rollercoaster of brilliance, passion, and the occasional head-scratcher. Sure, there were moments when it looked like he might be… conserving energy. But there’s no denying his heart. He loved being a Yankee. He wore those pinstripes with pride, and deep down, he wanted to stay in New York for the long haul.

That dream, sadly, wasn’t in the cards. The writing was on the wall for about two years, as the Yankees’ infield got more crowded and their patience with inconsistency grew thinner. But Torres never stopped battling. This postseason, he was electric—a spark plug trying to ignite something against the Dodgers, getting on base and doing everything he could to keep the dream alive. It was vintage Gleyber, and it reminded me why I fell in love with him as a player in the first place.

Now the report is he’ll be Detroit’s regular second baseman which is great for him. Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris was downright giddy about the deal, even spending most of Christmas Eve making it happen. “We’re really excited to add Gleyber to our mix,” Harris said. “He’s a two-time All-Star who, at 28 years old, is still in his prime.”

But look, it’s bittersweet to say goodbye. As much as we’ll miss seeing Torres in the Bronx, there’s comfort in knowing he’s off to a team that truly values what he brings to the table. Detroit, take care of him. He might frustrate you occasionally, but he’ll also wow you when you least expect it.

Gleyber, thanks for the memories. From your breakout seasons to your postseason grit, you gave us plenty to cheer about. New York will always be a part of your story, and we’ll be rooting for you—even from afar. Go show Detroit what you’re made of.

And hey, Yankees fans—let’s give the man his due. He’s earned it. Good luck Gleyber.