Justin Verlander set to return for Tigers against White Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Justin Verlander will return to the Tigers' rotation for a start against the Chicago White Sox this Sunday. He has been on the injured list since April 1 due to hip inflammation. Manager AJ Hinch confirmed the news prior to Tuesday's game. Tarik Skubal is scheduled to start on Friday, while Troy Melton's start on Saturday remains uncertain due to back stiffness. Verlander's appearance marks his first game at Comerica Park in a Tigers uniform since 2017.
- •Verlander making first start since April 1
- •Tigers face White Sox on Sunday
- •Skubal to start Friday; Melton uncertain for Saturday
- •This marks Verlander's first start since 2017 at Comerica Park
- •Tigers aiming for bounce-back against division rivals
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers' Justin Verlander to return to rotation against White Sox
"The time has finally come for Justin Verlander.
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