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The New York Giants’ offensive line has been a weak point for years, but the unit began to make strides last season.
Among the reasons for the improved play of the offensive line was the solidification of the right tackle position.
The Giants signed RT Jermaine Eluemunor to a two-year deal last offseason, and the veteran was able to stabilize the position after years of shaky play.
Now entering the second and final year of that contract, Eluemunor could be in line for an extension with Big Blue after establishing himself as a cornerstone piece for their offense.
Jermaine Eluemunor played an integral role in 2024
Last offseason, the Giants signed Eluemunor to a two-year, $14 million contract. A starting-caliber offensive tackle for $7 million per season is an absolute bargain. The 30-year-old is likely due for a pay raise.
In 2024, Eluemunor started 15 games for the Giants — nine at right tackle and six at left tackle. His best performances came at right tackle, which is where, ideally, New York hopes he spends the entirety of the 2025 season.
DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers claimed veteran right-handed reliever Carlos Hernandez off waivers from the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday.
Hernández, 28, will report directly to the Tigers’ active roster, as he has no minor-league options remaining.
The Tigers will need to make a corresponding move, likely before Tuesday’s game. The decision could hinge on the status of right-hander Will Vest, who exited Sunday’s game in the eighth inning with an injury. If Vest is placed on the injured list, Hernández would likely take his spot. If not, the Tigers could option rookie right-hander Tyler Owens back to Triple-A Toledo. Owens was called up Sunday to replace veteran reliever John Brebbia, who was designated for assignment.
The Tigers are familiar with Hernández, who spent parts of five seasons with the Kansas City Royals and has pitched against Detroit 15 times in his career, more than against any other team except Cleveland.
Hernández was designated for assignment by the Phillies on June 11. He posted a 1-0 record with a 5.26 ERA, 13 walks, and 23 strikeouts over 25 2/3 innings this season.
Hernández’s fastball averages 97.8 mph, the 94th percentile in the league, but his offspeed pitches have been hit hard in 2025.
By claiming Hernández, the Tigers assume the remainder of his $1.16 million salary.
TIGERS’ 40-MAN ROSTER (40)
Left-handed pitchers (6): Matt Gage, Sean Guenther**, Tyler Holton, Bailey Horn**, Brant Hurter, Tarik Skubal.
Right-handed pitchers (15): Beau Brieske, Jack Flaherty, Sawyer Gipson-Long, Brenan Hanifee, Carlos Hernández, Tommy Kahnle, Chase Lee, Matt Manning, Tyler Mattison**, Casey Mize, Keider Montero, Reese Olson*, Dylan Smith, Tyler Owens, Will Vest.
Catchers (2): Dillon Dingler, Jake Rogers.
Infielders (9): Javier Báez, Jace Jung, Andy Ibáñez, Colt Keith, Ryan Kreidler, Zach McKinstry, Trey Sweeney, Spencer Torkelson, Gleyber Torres.
Outfielders (8): Kerry Carpenter, Riley Greene, Brewer Hicklen, Jahmai Jones, Justyn-Henry Malloy, Parker Meadows, Wenceel Pérez, Matt Vierling*.
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