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Veteran Tigers pitchers face late-season challenges and potential returns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:48 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Veteran Tigers pitchers face late-season challenges and potential returns

Summary

Justin Verlander and Jack Flaherty are nearing returns to action for the Detroit Tigers as the season concludes. Verlander has been on the injured list since April with hip and groin issues and recently threw in a simulated game, while Flaherty, sidelined since July, is expected to make a rehab start at Toledo. Meanwhile, Kyle Finnegan's season concludes early due to left groin inflammation, raising questions about his recent performance. Manager AJ Hinch provided updates on each pitcher's status and future contributions.

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Status Watch

•Kyle Finnegan is on the 15-day injured list.
•Justin Verlander threw 20 pitches in a simulated inning on September 18.
•Jack Flaherty plans to start a rehab game on September 19.
•Hinch optimistic about Verlander's potential return next weekend.
•Flaherty aims to demonstrate he is healthy before free agency.

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11:48 PMYahoo Sports — Three veteran Tigers fighting to the finish in a season of frustration

What they're saying

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Justin Verlander and Jack Flaherty could be part of the Tigers' pitching plan the final weekend of the season, while Kyle Finnegan's nightmare season ends.
— Yahoo Sports

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