Tigers expect Jack Flaherty to return from IL soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty, placed on the injured list due to right elbow flexor inflammation, is expected to address reporters before Wednesday's game against the Cubs. Manager A.J. Hinch indicated that Flaherty may not be out beyond the 15-day limit. Ty Madden has been recalled to take Flaherty's place on the roster. In Tuesday's loss to the Cubs, the team used infielder Zach McKinstry and catcher Jake Rogers as emergency pitchers. Javier Báez, sidelined since April with an ankle injury, has begun a rehab assignment and hopes to return soon. Dillon Dingler hit a two-run homer in the same game, marking his second consecutive game with a home run.
- •Flaherty is on 15-day IL for elbow inflammation.
- •Ty Madden recalled from Triple-A to replace Flaherty.
- •Zach McKinstry and Jake Rogers pitched in an emergency role against the Cubs.
- •Javier Báez started rehab assignment, going 1-for-2 with a single.
- •Dillon Dingler hit a two-run homer, extending his power surge.
- 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Jack Flaherty injury update: When could Tigers RHP return from IL?
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers not expecting lengthy IL stay for Jack Flaherty
"Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty just didn’t feel right while pitching against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Monday, July 20.
"Tigers starting pitcher Jack Flaherty was expected to talk to reporters before Wednesday’s series finale against the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 11:46 PMJack Flaherty injury update: When could Tigers RHP return from IL?
Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty just didn’t feel right while pitching against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Monday, July 20.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 9:09 PMTigers not expecting lengthy IL stay for Jack Flaherty
Tigers starting pitcher Jack Flaherty was expected to talk to reporters before Wednesday’s series finale against the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
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