Justin Verlander sidelined by hamstring injury, Trei Cruz promoted

Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander will remain on the injured list due to a left hamstring strain sustained during a side session in Houston. He was expected to start this Sunday but now faces weeks of rehabilitation. Additionally, Wenceel Pérez has been placed on the injured list with a left orbital fracture after an accident involving a plyo band. Trei Cruz has been called up from the minors and will start in right field for the Tigers on Friday night, marking a notable family achievement with generational representation in MLB. The Tigers continue to battle injuries as they navigate the remainder of a challenging season.

• 8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Verlander shut down with hamstring injury, Wenceel Pérez to the IL, Trei Cruz promoted