Tigers optioned C Bryan Holaday to Triple-A Toledo. The move clears a spot for Alex Avila's return from the disabled list. Holaday should be back in September.

Tigers recalled C Bryan Holaday from Triple-A Toledo. Holaday will provide catching depth with Alex Avila on the 7-day DL. He batted .237 (3-for-13) during his two-week stay in the major leagues earlier this season.

Tigers optioned C Bryan Holaday to Triple-A Toledo. Holaday went 3-for-13 (.231) during his two-week stay in the major leagues. Alex Avila was activated from the 15-day disabled list in a corresponding roster move.

Bryan Holaday has already reported to the Tigers spring training complex in Lakeland, where he prepares to work all offseason in anticipation of earning the job as Alex Avila's backup catcher. After former backup Gerald Laird inked a free agent deal with the Braves, the door opened for the 25-year-old Holaday. While it's commendable on his part to put in the extra work, he hit just .240/.312/.320 with two homers and 25 RBI at Triple-A Toledo in 2012. The Tigers would be best served acquiring additional depth at the position.

Bryan Holaday is not available Saturday.

Tigers recalled C Bryan Holaday from Triple-A Toledo. Holaday would need an injury to Alex Avila or Gerald Laird to become relevant. Continue to ignore him in fantasy leagues.

Tigers option C Bryan Holaday to Triple-A Toledo. The moves clears a spot on the Tigers' 25-man roster for the return of starting catcher Alex Avila. Holaday tallied three hits in 11 plate appearances with Detroit.