Tigers recall Yilber Díaz ahead of Mariners series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Detroit Tigers recalled pitcher Yilber Díaz from Triple-A Toledo before their series opener against the Seattle Mariners on August 4, 2026. Díaz returns to the majors after struggling in previous stints with the Arizona Diamondbacks but has shown promise in Toledo with a 2.38 ERA this season. The move follows the MLB trade deadline, as the Tigers seek to bolster their bullpen with internal options. Detroit aims to stay competitive in the American League playoff race during this critical portion of the season.
- •Yilber Díaz has prior MLB experience with Arizona.
- •He recorded a 6.19 ERA and 1.688 WHIP in previous major-league action.
- •Díaz excelled at Triple-A Toledo with a 2.38 ERA over 10 appearances.
- •The Tigers play the Mariners tonight and are in playoff contention.
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Recall Pitcher Prior to Series Opener vs. Mariners
"The Detroit Tigers recalled right-hander Yilber Díaz from Triple-A Toledo before Tuesday’s series opener against Seattle.
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