Tarik Skubal expected to return for Tigers against Guardians
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:55 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal is on track to return from injury for Saturday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. Skubal, the team's ace, has been sidelined for over a month but impressed in a recent rehab outing with the West Michigan Whitecaps, throwing five innings with six strikeouts. The Tigers are currently surging, winning six of their last seven games, which has put them back in contention for a Wild Card spot in the American League. As they sit 11 games under.500, the return of Skubal could significantly impact their playoff pursuit.
- •Tarik Skubal could start Saturday against the Guardians.
- •He pitched five strong innings in a recent rehab game.
- •The Tigers have won six of their last seven games.
- •Detroit is currently 11 games under.500 in the standings.
- •Skubal's health is critical for the Tigers' Wild Card aspirations.
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — MLB Can’t Ignore Detroit Any Longer: Is Tarik Skubal on Track to Start Saturday
"After a grueling stretch of injuries and losses, the Tigers are surging. Now, their returning ace provides the ultimate spark to ignite Detroit’s improbable midseason turnaround.
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