DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers reinstated right-handed pitcher Chris Paddack from the bereavement list before Saturday’s game against the Chicago White Sox.

Infielder/outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy was optioned to Triple-A Toledo in a corresponding move.

Paddack, acquired at the trade deadline from the Minnesota Twins, had been moved to the bullpen after a string of subpar starts. His first relief appearance since 2023 did not go well on Tuesday, as he allowed six runs on eight hits in 1 1/3 innings in the Tigers’ 12-5 loss to the Mets .

He revealed after the game that he would be stepping away for three days.

“Hopefully that is a little reset for me to be able to go back home and hug the loved ones,” said Paddack, becoming emotional. “The reason I play this game is for them.”

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