Former Alabama walk-on makes Major League debut with Detroit Tigers

Former Alabama walk-on makes Major League debut with Detroit Tigers

Terming Chase Lee’s Major League debut on Tuesday night as a dream come true wouldn’t be entirely accurate. The right-handed pitcher said playing in the big leagues had seemed far beyond his reach as an Alabama walk-on.

Chase Lee Called Up by Detroit Tigers - Alabama Athletics

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Chase Lee, a member of the Crimson Tide from 2019-21, was recalled by the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, marking his first trip to the Major Leagues. His first game appearance will signify his MLB debut. The former Alabama reliever becomes the first Crimson Tide player to reach the big leagues since Tyler Gentry in 2024 and becomes the 71st player in program history to reach baseball's highest level.