Former Tigers infielder has been claimed on waivers by the Mets, the Tigers announced. This comes amidst a for the Tigers, who needed to open up several spots on the 40-man ahead of the deadline to move players off of the 60-day injured list, as well as the Tyus Jones Jersey deadline to add players to the 40-man before they can elect minor league free agency. Drafted by the Cubs in 2016, Short was traded to the Tigers in 2020 in exchange for veteran outfielder . He made his big league debut the following season, appearing in 61 games for Detroit and struggling his way to a .141/.239/.282 batting line. The utility infielder spent almost all of the 2022 season at Triple-A, but he made his way back to the majors in April 2023 and never looked back. While no one could argue his bat was an a set, he posted a much-improved .204/.292/.339 slash line while showing off his defensive versatility all over the diamond. By the end of the year, he had appeared in 112 games, occasionally as a starter but just as often as a pinch runner or mid-game defensive replacement. While his offense may never be a strength, Short draws walks well, and he can put his plus speed to work when he reaches base. Moreover, his defense might not stand out at any one position, but he is capable of covering second, third, and short, and even the outfield in a pinch. As long as he doesnt regre s at the plate, his flexibility could earn him another shot at MLB playing time next season, especially since he is out of minor league options. In further Mets news, all the team placed on outright waivers last week have cleared, per . and have been sent outright to Triple-A and will remain with the organization, while , , , and have elected free agency. Ja Morant Jersey