Tigers shut down Javier Báez from baseball activities due to ankle injury
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:47 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Detroit Tigers have shut down Javier Báez from all baseball activities following a consultation with a specialist on June 1. Báez is dealing with a right high ankle sprain sustained on April 28 and has not shown significant progress in his recovery. Manager A.J. Hinch indicated that rest is essential for Báez, who continues to experience symptoms related to the injury. Alongside Báez, the Tigers also announced a shutdown for Trey Sweeney, who is facing issues with a right shoulder strain. The timeline for Báez's return remains uncertain as the team plans to proceed cautiously regarding his recovery.
- •Javier Báez shut down due to lack of recovery progress.
- •Báez injured his right ankle on April 28.
- •Manager A.J. Hinch emphasizes need for careful management.
- •Trey Sweeney also shut down with a shoulder strain.
- •No timeline given for Báez's return to baseball activities.
- 10:47 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers injury updates: Javier Báez shut down from baseball activities
"Javier Báez has been shut down from baseball activities after meeting with a specialist about the lack of progress in recovery from an ankle sprain.
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