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Tigers prepare for River Ryan debut and Verlander farewell this week

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 5:36 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Tigers prepare for River Ryan debut and Verlander farewell this week

Summary

The Detroit Tigers will debut right-hander River Ryan on Monday, September 21, against the Washington Nationals. Ryan, acquired in a trade with the Dodgers, aims to contribute significantly in 2027 after recovering from Tommy John surgery. This week also marks the potential final start of Justin Verlander, scheduled for September 26, amid celebrations of his illustrious career. Verlander, currently 43, has faced setbacks due to injury but remains a key figure in the team's final homestand of the season.

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Status Watch

•River Ryan makes his Tigers debut against the Nationals on September 21.
•Justin Verlander is expected to make his final career start on September 26.
•Ryan missed the 2025 season due to injury but has shown promise in rehab starts.
•Jack Flaherty may also pitch in the final weekend of the season.
•The Tigers' homestand lacks playoff implications but features significant individual milestones.

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5:36 PMYahoo Sports — What a week for Tigers: River Ryan debut; Justin Verlander farewell

What they're saying

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The week will start with the first glimpse of a key pitching rotation piece for 2027 and end with the celebration of one of the franchise’s most decorated pitchers.
— Yahoo Sports

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