Zumaya Placed On DL, Fien's Contract Purchased

The Tigers have placed righthanded pitcher Joel Zumaya on the 15-day disabled with an injured right elbow. The club has purchased the contract of righthanded pitcher Casey Fien from Triple A Toledo to take Zumaya's place on the club's 25-man roster.

Fien appeared in 26 games with Toledo this season, posting a 1-0 record, 2.29 ERA (39.1IP/10ER), three saves and 27 strikeouts.

Fien will join the club in Minnesota for tonight's game and wear number 53.