Scouting Report: Zack Short
New York Yankees | 3B
Overall
Summary
Zack Short, 30-year-old utility infielder, was re-signed by the Detroit Tigers on a one-year MLB contract after clearing waivers and electing free agency. Short was initially designated for assignment after being acquired from Washington, but the Tigers brought him back due to injuries in their middle infield (Gleyber Torres oblique strain, Javier Báez ankle sprain, Trey Sweeney shoulder strain). Short started at shortstop against Kansas City and batted ninth. He is valued primarily for his defensive versatility (shortstop, second base, third base) and right-handed bat, though his offensive production is limited with a career .171/.296/.295 slash line over 243 games.
Strengths
- Excellent defensive player with versatility across infield positions
- Right-handed bat provides platoon value against left-handed pitchers
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