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Adjusts routine for versatile role Haase has changed his offseason workout routine to try to be more "explosive" when he plays in the outfield, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Detroit manager A.J. Hinch previously said Haase is a "catcher first," though it seems clear from his offseason focus on speed and quickness that he will appear at multiple positions this season. That should help the 29-year-old play more frequently and potentially pick up eligibility at a few different spots. Haase is coming off a career year in which he blasted 22 home runs across 98 games.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Player versatility a spring showcase for Tigers LAKELAND, Fla. -- A.J. Hinch simply wanted to get Eric Haase at-bats in Spring Training a year ago. The Tigers’ skipper wasn’t imagining lef...

MARCH 27, 2022 • MLB.COM

Hits first spring home run Haase went 1-for-2 with a walk and a three-run home run in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies.

Impact Haase relieved Tucker Barnhart and proceeded to hit his first spring home run. Haase is now batting .300 with a 1.162 OPS in Grapefruit League action, while Barnhart is batting just .077 with a .154 OPS. It's a small sample size and still very early, of course, but Haase may be able to secure more playing time during the regular season if he looks this much better at the plate than Barnhart. As it stands, Barnhart is the de facto No. 1 catcher, though the two players could split time fairly evenly to start the year. Haase may also see some time at DH, particularly if the Tigers keep Dustin Garneau on the roster as a third catcher.

MARCH 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Turnbull presents Haase with gift as Tigers relive no-no LAKELAND, Fla. -- One of the cooler parts of Justin Verlander’s rise to an elite pitcher with the Tigers over a decade ago were the gestures...

MARCH 18, 2022 • MLB.COM

Will focus on catching Detroit manager A.J. Hinch said Haase is a "catcher first," though he will play some at first base and in left field, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Tigers added Tucker Barnhart in the offseason to play behind the plate, so there was some thought that Haase would primarily play elsewhere with Barnhart taking over as the No. 1 catcher. However, Hinch's comments suggest the two could split duties more evenly. Haase appeared in 98 games last season and popped 22 home runs, and he should maintain decent fantasy value if his playing time looks similar in 2022.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Utility role possible Haase could work in a utility role this season, potentially working as a backup catcher as well as an option at first base and in the outfield, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact The Tigers acquired Tucker Barnhart in November, and he will likely serve as the team's No. 1 catcher. Haase figures to work as the primary backup, though Dustin Garneau is also in the mix. Haase also has the ability to play at first and in the corner outfield spots, which should help his playing time outlook. Haase popped a career-best 22 home runs in 2021, so he could be a decent fantasy option as long as he sees the field often enough.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Detroit News Final stat line aside, man did Eric Haase hit the ball hard last season: 91 mph average exit velocity, 48% hard-hit rate, 13.7% barrel rate. He mashed.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Eric Haase hits his first MLB HR

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Eric Haase's parents were in the house to watch his major league debut

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Eric Haase reflects on getting his first major league hit and RBI

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

On bench Thursday Haase isn't starting Thursday's game against the Twins.

Impact Haase will get a breather after he went 5-for-13 with a double, two runs, two RBI and three strikeouts across the last three games. Dustin Garneau will start at catcher and bat eighth.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Two more hits Tuesday Haase went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Tuesday's loss to the Twins.

Impact Haase recorded two hits in the second straight game, which is a welcome sign after he had just two hits total in his last five contests before Monday. The 28-year-old may have a hot streak in him to end the year and could bolster his already career-best counting stats.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Drives in two Monday Haase went 2-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored in Monday's loss to the White Sox.

Impact Haase has been struggling lately, as he came into Monday batting just .121 over his previous 10 contests. This was also his first multi-hit performance since Aug. 14. He's offset that to some degree with 22 home runs and 59 RBI this season, but Haase will need to prove his value again in 2022 given his limited MLB success before this year.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox hold off Tigers with 8-7 win after benches clear

Eloy Jiménez hit a two-run home run, Yasmani Grandal homered to spark a six-run fourth inning and the AL Central champion Chicago White Sox held off the Detroit Tigers in a testy 8...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Not starting Saturday Haase is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Royals.

Impact Haase has had a very encouraging season, but he's stumbling a bit down the stretch. He hasn't had a multi-hit game since he returned from an abdominal injury in late August, hitting .183/.244/.310 in 21 games over that stretch. Dustin Garneau will start behind the plate Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hernandez, Merrifield lead Royals to 3-1 win over Tigers

Carlos Hernandez pitched five shutout innings and Whit Merrifield drove in a pair of runs as the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 3-1

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • Associated Press

Homers in win Sunday Haase went 1-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Sunday's win over the Rays.

Impact Haase and Dustin Garneau popped solo home runs, which was enough for the Tigers in the 2-0 win. Haase now has 22 home runs this season, which has helped offset his .231 batting average. The 28-year-old is batting just .182 this month, but his ability to leave the yard gives him some fantasy appeal down the stretch, especially from the catcher position.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers, Peralta slow AL-East leading Rays 2-0

Wily Peralta gave up three hits in seven innings, and Eric Haase and Dustin Garneau homered for the Detroit Tigers in a 2-0 win over the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • Associated Press

Slides to left field Sunday Haase is starting in left field and batting sixth in Sunday's game against the Rays.

Impact Haase started at catcher Friday before getting a day off Saturday, and he'll now slide over to left field with Dustin Garneau picking up the start behind the plate. Haase has struggled this month with a .171/.239/.317 slash line, though he does have 21 home runs this season and could still provide some power for fantasy managers down the stretch.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Haase will not start Saturday's game against the Rays.

Impact Haase has gone cold at the plate in September, hitting just .171, though he does at least have a pair of homers. Dustin Garneau starts behind the plate Saturday, catching Tarik Skubal.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Wednesday Haase is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Brewers.

Impact With a quick turnaround for the series finale, Haase will be getting a breather after he caught 11 innings in Tuesday's 1-0 win. Dustin Garneau checks in behind the dish in place of Haase, batting eighth.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Sunday Haase is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays.

Impact Haase has hit .209 with two home runs and six RBI in 13 games since returning from the injured list. Dustin Garneau starts behind the dish and bats eighth Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blasts homer in win Haase went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Friday's 10-4 win over Tampa Bay.

Impact The catcher tied the game at 1-1 with his fifth-inning blast. Haase has hit safely in nine of his last 12 games, but he hasn't recorded a multi-hit effort in that span. The 28-year-old is batting .235/.289/.491 with 21 homers, 55 RBI, 44 runs scored, two stolen bases and 10 doubles through 318 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cabrera 9 hits in row, Schoop, Tigers win; Rays' Franco hurt

Miguel Cabrera got his ninth straight hit before the string ended, Jonathan Schoop launched a grand slam and the Detroit Tigers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 10-4

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • Associated Press

On bench Wednesday Haase is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates.

Impact After going 1-for-7 with a walk and a run scored while starting at catcher in the first two games in Pittsburgh, Haase will get a breather for the series finale. Dustin Garneau will replace Haase behind the dish.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Eric Haase hits his first MLB HR

Eric Haase's parents were in the house to watch his major league debut

Eric Haase reflects on getting his first major league hit and RBI

White Sox hold off Tigers with 8-7 win after benches clear

Hernandez, Merrifield lead Royals to 3-1 win over Tigers

Tigers, Peralta slow AL-East leading Rays 2-0

Cabrera 9 hits in row, Schoop, Tigers win; Rays' Franco hurt