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Tigers expect Jack Flaherty to throw off mound in rehab ahead of Royals series

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Tigers expect Jack Flaherty to throw off mound in rehab ahead of Royals series
Summary

Detroit Tigers starter Jack Flaherty may begin throwing off a mound during the team’s upcoming series against the Kansas City Royals starting Friday. Flaherty, who last pitched on July 20 due to right flexor inflammation, is looking to return in September. Outfielder Kerry Carpenter is seeing a foot specialist for his ongoing injury, while right-handed pitcher River Ryan is expected to return from a hamstring strain later this month. Several other Tigers players are on the injured list, impacting the team's depth as they approach the end of August.

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Status Watch
  • •Flaherty possible to throw off mound during Royals series.
  • •Carpenter evaluates left heel injury with a specialist.
  • •Ryan recovering from hamstring strain, expected back late August.
  • •Tigers managing multiple players on the injured list.
  • •Flaherty has a 4.59 ERA over his appearances this season.
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  • 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers news on injuries: Jack Flaherty update is positive
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Detroit Tigers starter Jack Flaherty may throw off the mound during the Tigers series in Kansas City as part of his rehab process.

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