Tigers place Emmanuel De Jesus on paternity leave, recall Tanner Rainey

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Tigers place Emmanuel De Jesus on paternity leave, recall Tanner Rainey
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The Detroit Tigers have placed left-hander Emmanuel De Jesus on paternity leave after the birth of his daughter. In response, the team has selected the contract of right-handed reliever Tanner Rainey to fill his roster spot. De Jesus is eligible to return after three games, while Rainey, an eight-year MLB veteran, joins a bullpen that now features two left-handed relievers. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch confirmed that De Jesus's family is doing well, and Rainey's addition helps maintain roster depth. Jack Flaherty, meanwhile, is increasing his throwing intensity as he recovers from an injury, while Wenceel Pérez faces delays in his rehabilitation due to vision issues, and Will Vest underwent hip surgery.

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  • Emmanuel De Jesus on paternity leave for up to three games.
  • Tanner Rainey recalled to the Tigers bullpen.
  • Jack Flaherty increasing throwing intensity as he recovers.
  • Wenceel Pérez's rehab halted due to vision recovery delays.
  • Will Vest undergoes arthroscopic hip surgery in Detroit.
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  • 8:28 PMYahoo SportsTigers place Emmanuel De Jesus on paternity leave, call up reliever
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Detroit Tigers selected the contract of right-handed reliever Tanner Rainey to fill in for LHP Emmanuel De Jesus, who was placed on paternity leave.

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