Tigers consider six-man rotation with return of injured pitchers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch is contemplating a six-man rotation as three key pitchers near their return from injury. Tarik Skubal is set to make a rehab start on Sunday, while Casey Mize and Justin Verlander are also expected back soon. Hinch noted the benefits and challenges of a six-man rotation, particularly during a grueling stretch of 21 games in 22 days in June. The team must balance keeping starters fresh and managing a short bullpen as injuries continue to impact the roster.
- •Tarik Skubal will make a rehab start at High-A West Michigan.
- •Casey Mize expected to make a rehab start Tuesday.
- •Justin Verlander may need another rehab appearance.
- •Tigers have 21 games in 22 days at the end of June.
- •Short bullpen complicates the potential six-man rotation.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Will Tigers consider six-man rotation when injured players return?
"Some teams across baseball have used a modified six-man rotation to facilitate the return of healthy starters. AJ Hinch didn't dismiss the idea.
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