Javier Báez begins rehab assignment with Class A Lakeland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Javier Báez is set to begin a rehab assignment with Class A Lakeland on Tuesday night, as announced by Tigers manager A.J. Hinch. This marks a significant step in Báez's recovery from an injury that placed him on the 60-day injured list. Báez has played a valuable role for the Tigers, primarily at shortstop and center field, and was hitting.256 with two home runs before his injury. His return could be pivotal as the Tigers pursue an American League Wild Card berth.
- •Báez is beginning a rehab assignment on July 21.
- •He was previously placed on the 60-day injured list.
- •Báez played as both shortstop and center field this season.
- •He had 20 hits and a.678 OPS in 78 at-bats before the injury.
- •His recovery is crucial for the Tigers' postseason pursuit.
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Hinch Gives Latest Javier Báez Injury Update
"Javier Báez recorded three doubles during his rehab assignment and could be nearing a return to the Detroit Tigers after a lengthy IL stay.
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