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Tigers shift Ty Madden to bullpen ahead of Verlander, Skubal returns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:39 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Tigers shift Ty Madden to bullpen ahead of Verlander, Skubal returns

Summary

The Detroit Tigers have moved Ty Madden to the bullpen, creating space in the rotation for injured pitchers Justin Verlander or Tarik Skubal. Manager AJ Hinch indicated that after evaluating the rotation, Madden's last start was turned into a bullpen game to benefit the team's scheduling. Verlander continues his recovery from hip inflammation and performed well in his recent Triple-A rehab start, while Skubal is coming off elbow surgery and is set for a potential minor-league rehab assignment. Both players may return soon, and their activation will depend on upcoming evaluations.

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Status Watch

•Ty Madden transitions to the bullpen to strengthen relief options.
•Justin Verlander performed well in a Triple-A rehab start.
•Tarik Skubal may begin a minor league rehab assignment soon.
•Tigers are preparing for series against the Mariners.
•Manager AJ Hinch is focused on current pitching matchups.

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4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Ty Madden's move to Tigers bullpen opens spot for Verlander or Skubal in rotation

What they're saying

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In the short-term, moving Ty Madden to a relief role strengthens the bullpen. Long-term, it clears the deck as both Verlander and Skubal near returns.
— Yahoo Sports

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