Tigers call up top prospect ahead of MLB trade deadline

The Detroit Tigers have promoted top outfield prospect Max Clark to the major leagues, making the move just days before the MLB trade deadline. The call-up, reported on July 30, 2026, by Lou Landers of Yahoo Sports, is described as one of the most anticipated roster moves of the Tigers' season. Clark had been considered an elite prospect, and his promotion comes amid the heightened activity surrounding the trade deadline period.