DET/STL

[Tigers GM (Peter)]

DET sends:
MI Kahlil Watson, CLE - 24: MiLB
MI Maximo Acosta, TEX - 24: MiLB

STL sends:
OF Bryan de la Cruz, MIA - 24: $1.01M; 25-27: Arb
OF Giancarlo Stanton, NYY - 24: $26M (50% retained); 25: FA

Fully prepared to regret this one within a few years, but cautiously optimistic it works out for both sides as intended. I'm thrilled to add every day at bats from BDLC while my OF continues to mature and settle, and I believe we'll see another level to his offensive production this season. Stanton's got that dawg in him. Worst case scenario I ride a few hot streaks to boost some counting stats. Best-case we see a healthy, mobile and powerful 'Lean-carlo Stanton' in 2024. 

Thanks to Zack for a smooth negotiation, best of luck to the Cards, and over to them to confirm.

[Cardinals GM (Zack)]

Cardinals confirm! As the rebuild moves on grabbing two prospects I like and hoping Watson hits into some of that potential this year. Great working with the tigers!