Tigers re-signed INF/OF Kevin Russo to a minor league contract. The deal does not include a spring training invite. Russo, now 29, hasn't appeared in the majors since 2010 as a member of the Yankees. He hit just .213/.252/.309 in 103 games with Detroit's Triple-A affiliate in 2013.

Tigers signed INF/OF Kevin Russo to a minor league contract. The 28-year-old utility player has spent his entire seven-year minor league career in the Yankees organization, compiling a .286/.350/.377 batting line. Russo is capable of playing second base, third base and all three outfield positions, and his versatility could allow him to compete for a bench spot with the Tigers in 2013.