Jack Flaherty anticipates return to mound for Tigers this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:37 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty expressed optimism about returning to action after recovering from a right forearm flexor strain. Flaherty stated he is close to throwing off a mound and aims to rejoin the bullpen in September. Since his last start on July 20, Flaherty has been working on strengthening the areas around his tendon. Manager AJ Hinch noted that Flaherty's progress is encouraging, with several steps remaining before he can participate in rehab starts.
- •Jack Flaherty has been on the injured list since July 20.
- •Flaherty aims to start throwing off a mound this weekend.
- •The Tigers were 4-2 in Flaherty's six starts before his injury.
- •Manager AJ Hinch confirmed that Flaherty's recovery is on track.
- •Flaherty intends to help the team upon his return next month.
- 5:37 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers' Jack Flaherty: 'I know I'm going to pitch at some point, for sure'
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