Jimenez is expected to take on a setup role for Puerto Rico in next month's World Baseball Classic, MLB.com reports.
Jimenez figures to be the bridge to Mariners closer Edwin Diaz. Jimenez is also competing this spring for a role in Detroit's bullpen to start the season, though he's likely to being the year at Triple-A. The 22-year-old projects as a future closer for the Tigers.