The Tigers officially signed Tommy Kahnle to a contract.

Fantasy Impact

Kahnle will be a big upgrade towards the back-end of the Tigers bullpen. He posted a 2.11 ERA in the Yankees bullpen last season.

The Tigers are nearing a deal with Tommy Kahnle.

Fantasy Impact

Kahnle posted a strong 2.11 ERA across 42 2/3 innings in relief last season for the Yankees. He'll likely hold a high-leverage role in the Tigers bullpen assuming a deal is finalized.

Tommy Kahnle recorded the final two outs in Sunday's win against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Kahnle was able to force a double play to clinch the win for the Yankees. It was his first save on the season as they continue to rotate who closes out games with Clay Holmes removed from the closer role.

The Yankees activated Tommy Kahnle from the 15-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

This was the expectation as of Tuesday and it becomes official prior to Wednesday's game. Kahnle is expected to jump back into a high leverage role in the Yankees bullpen after missing the whole season up to this point due to inflammation in his right shoulder.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Tommy Kahnle will be activated on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Boone added that Kahnle will be utilized in big spots. Kahnle is expected to begin with a lighter workload as far as outings on back-to-back days.