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Detroit Tigers provide update on Justin Verlander during Mariners series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:21 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Detroit Tigers provide update on Justin Verlander during Mariners series

Summary

The Detroit Tigers faced the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, losing 4-2 in Washington. Alongside this game, the Tigers announced an update regarding pitcher Justin Verlander. Verlander performed light throwing off the bullpen mound and played catch on August 5. His return to game action remains undetermined, as this season he has only appeared in one game.

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Status Watch

•Tigers lost to Mariners 4-2 on August 5.
•Verlander did light throwing and played catch recently.
•His timeline for returning to action is still unclear.
•Verlander has only played in one game this season.

Latest Updates

7:21 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Quietly Announced Justin Verlander Update During Mariners Series

What they're saying

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On Wednesday, the Detroit Tigers continued their series with the Seattle Mariners in Washington.They lost by a score of 4-2.Detroit Tigers Quietly Announced Justin Verlander UpdateAlso on Wednesday, the Tigers announced the latest update on Justin Verlander.MLB.com wrote (on August 5): “Did some light throwing off the front of the bullpen mound on Aug. 5 […] The post Detroit Tigers Quietly Announced Justin Verlander Update During Mariners Series appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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