Detroit Tigers place Enmanuel De Jesus on paternity leave before series
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Detroit Tigers announced that pitcher Enmanuel De Jesus has been placed on the paternity list prior to their matchup against the Cleveland Guardians. De Jesus is expected to be out for up to three days as he and his wife welcome their new baby. The Tigers also selected the contract of Tanner Rainey from Triple-A Toledo to fill his roster spot. De Jesus has appeared in 26 games for the Tigers this season, registering an ERA of 3.58 and 37 strikeouts. The team aims to make a strong showing against the Guardians in this crucial AL Central series.
- •Enmanuel De Jesus is on paternity leave for the birth of his child.
- •Tigers selected RHP Tanner Rainey from Triple-A Toledo.
- •De Jesus has pitched in 26 games this season with a 3.58 ERA.
- •Tigers are opening a significant series against the Guardians.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Announce Decision on Southpaw Pitcher Before Guardians Game
- 11:37 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Announce Major Life News with 29-Year-Old Pitcher
"Shortly before the Detroit Tigers‘ next meeting with the Cleveland Guardians, the organization revealed an update on Enmanuel De Jesus.After landing on the paternity list, he has since returned as of Aug. 12.In a corresponding move, right-hander Yilber Díaz has been optioned back to Triple-A, according to Tigers PR (via X). The Tigers today placed […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Decision on Southpaw Pitcher Before Guardians Game appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Detroit Tigers are set to open up a new series in MLB against the Cleveland Guardians in a matchup that has major AL Central implications. Before the Guardians series began, the Detroit Tigers announced a pair of roster moves, and one of them regards a major life decision involving pitcher Enmanuel De Jesus. More […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Major Life News with 29-Year-Old Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 12:05 AMDetroit Tigers Announce Decision on Southpaw Pitcher Before Guardians Game
Shortly before the Detroit Tigers‘ next meeting with the Cleveland Guardians, the organization revealed an update on Enmanuel De Jesus.After landing on the paternity list, he has since returned as of Aug. 12.In a corresponding move, right-hander Yilber Díaz has been optioned back to Triple-A, according to Tigers PR (via X). The Tigers today placed […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Decision on Southpaw Pitcher Before Guardians Game appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 11:37 PMDetroit Tigers Announce Major Life News with 29-Year-Old Pitcher
The Detroit Tigers are set to open up a new series in MLB against the Cleveland Guardians in a matchup that has major AL Central implications. Before the Guardians series began, the Detroit Tigers announced a pair of roster moves, and one of them regards a major life decision involving pitcher Enmanuel De Jesus. More […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Major Life News with 29-Year-Old Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
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