While one veteran pitcher’s career hits a crossroads, a pitching prospect’s career begins. On Thursday, the Tigers designated veteran right-hander Kenta Maeda for assignment, potentially ending the 37-year-old’s Major League career after nine seasons across three teams.

Kenta Maeda, who has a 6.21 ERA in his 36 appearances for the Tigers spanning two seasons, was designated for assignment. Detroit recalled prospect Tyler Owens.

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Kenta Maeda threw a pitch so poorly against the Astros it wasn't even tracked by the official MLB pitch chart.