New Delhi, Oct. 23 -- Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty is set to enter free agency once the World Series concludes. His $20 million campaign with the club has finished, and early industry projections suggest his next contract will likely carry a lower annual salary.

Jack Flaherty returned to the Detroit Tigers in February 2025 on a two-year, $35 million deal that included a player option for 2026 originally valued at $10 million. That option doubled to $20 million after he reached 15 starts in 2025. He exercised the option that November instead of exploring the open market. With the deal expiring after the 2026 season, he is now free to negotiate with any club.

In 2026, Jack Flaherty posted a 3-8 record and a 4.48 ERA across 20...