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Colt Keith scratched from Tigers lineup with wrist soreness before Astros game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:07 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Colt Keith scratched from Tigers lineup with wrist soreness before Astros game

Summary

Colt Keith was scratched from the Detroit Tigers' lineup for Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros due to right wrist soreness. The injury occurred during a defensive play in Monday's game where he fell awkwardly. Keith had just achieved a milestone by hitting three home runs in a single game, a feat matched only by Al Kaline before turning 25. The Tigers are in need of offensive support after a rough May, recently breaking franchise records for home runs over a 12-game stretch. No timetable for Keith's return has been provided, and he will not be available off the bench if needed.

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Status Watch

•Colt Keith scratched due to right wrist soreness before Tuesday's game.
•Injury took place during a defensive play in Monday's game.
•Keith recently hit three home runs in a single game, joining Al Kaline in Tigers history.
•The Tigers struggled offensively in May but recently achieved a franchise record for home runs in 12 games.
•No return timetable for Keith; he won't be available off the bench.

Latest Updates

1:07 AMYahoo Sports — Just as Colt Keith Heated Up, the Tigers Get More Injury Bad News: Scratched from Tuesday's Lineup

What they're saying

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A freak defensive tumble sidelines the rookie infielder just as he matched franchise royalty. Detroit’s historic power surge faces a major setback following Keith’s sudden late-inning scratch.
— Yahoo Sports

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