Tigers await final decisions on pitching returns amid rehab updates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:22 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch remains cautious about finalizing pitching plans, waiting for further evaluations on Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize, and Justin Verlander. Skubal aims to return against the Guardians on Saturday after a positive bullpen session. Mize pitched five innings in a Low-A game and plans to throw a bullpen on Thursday, possibly returning by Sunday. Verlander is expected to make a second rehab start for the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens, with hopes of activating him for next week's series against Houston. Javier Báez continues to recover from a high ankle sprain, facing an uncertain timeline for his return.
- •Tarik Skubal could pitch Saturday against Guardians.
- •Casey Mize threw five innings in Low-A and plans a bullpen session.
- •Justin Verlander is making a rehab start for Toledo Mud Hens.
- •Javier Báez is shut down from activities due to a high ankle sprain.
- •Hinch emphasizes caution in player health and recovery timelines.
- 9:22 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers hold off finalizing pitching plans until all evidence is gathered
"Weather permitting, the Toledo Mud Hens roster Wednesday included the game's active strikeout leader (Verlander) and active saves leader (Jansen).
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