Jackson Jobe prepares for MLB return with Tigers this weekend
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:17 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Jackson Jobe is set to make his return to the Detroit Tigers' rotation this weekend in San Francisco after a 14-month recovery from Tommy John surgery. Jobe, who underwent surgery in June 2025, has reflected on how the experience changed his perspective on life and baseball. He has rebuilt his strength and reported improved command of his pitches during rehabilitation, with his fastball reaching triple digits. Jobe expressed gratitude for the opportunity to return to the major leagues and emphasized the growth he experienced during his time away from the game.
- •Jobe expected to debut this weekend in San Francisco.
- •He completed a 14-month rehab after Tommy John surgery.
- •Jobe reported improved strength and command of his pitches.
- •He turned 24 during his recovery, feeling like the 'old guy' in the clubhouse.
- •Jobe views his injury as a 'blessing in disguise.'
- 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Jackson Jobe gives Detroit Tigers chance to settle starting rotation
- 2:38 AMYahoo Sports — Jackson Jobe Gets Emotional About Long Road Back to Detroit
"That Jackson Jobe is back – along with, presumably, his 100-mph fastball – is reason for optimism among Detroit Tigers fans, and his manager.
"Jackson Jobe opened up about the personal and physical challenges of his 14-month recovery as he prepares to return to the Tigers rotation.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 8:17 PMJackson Jobe gives Detroit Tigers chance to settle starting rotation
That Jackson Jobe is back – along with, presumably, his 100-mph fastball – is reason for optimism among Detroit Tigers fans, and his manager.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 2:38 AMJackson Jobe Gets Emotional About Long Road Back to Detroit
Jackson Jobe opened up about the personal and physical challenges of his 14-month recovery as he prepares to return to the Tigers rotation.
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