Report: Tigers signing Soria 'very doubtful' after he rejected offer

Joakim Soria's trek through free agency isn't likely to end in a return to the Motor City.

Though Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila wishes to continue improving his bullpen despite the acquisition of closer Francisco Rodriguez, a reunion with Soria is "very doubtful," according to James Schmehl of Michigan Live.

The two sides opened negotiations and discussed a two-year deal during the GM meetings earlier this month, with Schmehl indicating that Soria was presented a formal offer and turned it down.

Soria's one of the top relievers on the free-agent market, and is reportedly seeking a deal within the range of three years and $27 million, making him a cheaper option than Darren O'Day, who's said to want a four-year deal between $28 to $36 million.

The Tigers also checked in on the trade market, with Aroldis Chapman and Andrew Miller both available, but weren't comfortable with the asking price for either pitcher.