Tigers expect Javier Báez to return against Orioles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Javier Báez is expected to be active for the Detroit Tigers against the Baltimore Orioles on July 29. Manager AJ Hinch stated he anticipates Báez's availability after recovering from a severe ankle sprain sustained during a game on April 28. Báez made successful rehab appearances at both Low-A Lakeland and Triple-A Toledo before the upcoming matchup. The Tigers, who enter the game on a three-game losing streak, aim to reinvigorate their lineup with Báez's return.
- •Báez missed time due to a high-ankle sprain since April 28.
- •He performed well in recent rehab starts, going 5 for 8.
- •Tigers have lost three straight games before facing the Orioles.
- •Báez's energy and versatility are expected to boost the team.
- •A roster move will likely be necessary to activate Báez.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers expecting Javier Báez to be active, available vs. Orioles
"Barring any unforeseen, last-second snag, Javier Báez is back.
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