Jack Flaherty Landing Spots: 3 possible destinations for veteran pitcher coming off World Series title with Dodgers
It was a year to remember for Jack Flaherty. The veteran starting pitcher not only enjoyed a major bounceback season but he also helped the Los Angeles Dodgers secure the eighth World Series title in franchise history (first of his career).
After a few inconsistent years, Flaherty turned back the clock in 2024, reminding everyone why the Dodgers traded him.
Thanks to his impressive 2024 campaign that saw Jack Flaherty post a 13-7 record with a 3.17 ERA with 194 strikeouts over 162.0 innings of work. Flaherty excelled for both the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Dodgers, which will undoubtedly help him secure a solid deal from a club in unrestricted free agency.
Here's a closer look at 3 potential landing spots for Jack Flaherty after winning a World Series title
#1 - Baltimore Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles will be one of the top teams in the American League in 2025, however, they will need to address their pitching if they are going to make a deep run. Enter Jack Flaherty, who could a reunion of sorts with the O's.
The veteran struggled in 34.2 innings for the Orioles in 2023, however, after enjoying a bounceback season last year, he could be an intriguing target for Baltimore. A reasonably priced, three-year contract could be ideal for both parties.
#2 - Detroit Tigers
Another reunion that could tempt Flaherty is a return to Motown. The Detroit Tigers were one of the most surprising teams in 2024, reaching the playoffs thanks to a monster run late in the year.
The Tigers will be looking to make the postseason again in 2025 and bringing Flaherty back into the fold could be massive.
While the team will need to bolster their offense, bringing Jack back into the team's rotation could be a game-changing move. If Flaherty's 2024 is not a one-time flash, he could be an essential arm behind reigning Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal.
#3 - Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves might be the most interesting landing spot for Jack Flaherty. After a rough year defined by numerous injuries, the Braves will be looking to rebound in a major way in 2025.
Flaherty could play a key role for the Braves this upcoming season alongside the likes of Chris Sale, Spencer Strider, and Spencer Schwellenbach. Flaherty could do worse than moving from the Dodgers to the Braves.