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Tigers consider bullpen role for Jackson Jobe on return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:21 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Tigers consider bullpen role for Jackson Jobe on return

Summary

Jackson Jobe is set to make his third rehab start on July 19 for the Erie SeaWolves against the Richmond Flying Squirrels. After undergoing surgery in June 2025, Jobe has shown promising results with a fastball reaching 100 mph and a combined 4⅓ innings pitched with one run allowed. The Tigers must decide how to utilize him upon his return, as their starting rotation has performed well, but the bullpen has struggled with a 3.85 ERA and 19 blown saves this season. The team may explore using him as a reliever to simplify his workload and capitalize on his arm strength.

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Status Watch

•Jobe's rehab assignment began July 7 at Low-A Lakeland.
•He has allowed one run over 4⅓ innings in two rehab outings.
•Detroit's starters have a 3.48 ERA, while the bullpen has a 3.85 ERA.
•The Tigers blew 19 save opportunities before the All-Star break.
•Jobe is expected to simplify his approach if used in shorter appearances.

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3:21 AMYahoo Sports — Should the Tigers Use Jackson Jobe Out of the Bullpen When He Returns?

What they're saying

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As the flamethrowing righty nears his return from surgery, Detroit must decide if his triple-digit heat is better suited for the rotation or a struggling Tigers bullpen.
— Yahoo Sports

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