ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Detroit Tigers officially announced the signing of veteran right-hander Drew Anderson on Monday night.

Anderson will earn $7 million in 2026, and the Tigers will hold a $10 million option for 2027.

Scott Harris, the Tigers’ president of baseball operations, said he views Anderson as a starter.

The Tigers know him well. They signed Anderson to a minor-league contract and invited him to spring training in 2024. He fell short of an Opening Day roster spot and began the season with Triple-A Toledo before quickly finding another opportunity in Asia. The Tigers agreed to transfer his rights to SSG Landers in Korea for cash considerations.

It was the second stint overseas for Anderson, who had spent two seasons in Japan before signing with Detroit.

“He made a really go

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