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Tigers Provide Injury Update on Kenley Jansen

Yet another injury has struck the Detroit Tigers' pitching staff, as they could be without their closer, Kenley Jansen, for the foreseeable future. Jansen exited Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels after making two outs in the top of the ninth inning.

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Tigers place closer Kenley Jansen on 15-day IL

The Detroit Tigers placed four-time All-Star closer Kenley Jansen on the 15-day injured list Thursday with pelvic inflammation. Jansen, who worked through a right groin issue earlier in the season, exited Detroit's 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday after nine pitches in the ninth inning.

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / May 28

Dodgers may have a big trade package for Tarik Skubal

The Tigers didn't sign Skubal to an extension, and after months of back and forth, it sounds highly unlikely that they'll get a deal done this season.

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Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / May 28

Two Detroit Tigers' Key Contributors Nearing Return

Some much-needed offensive help may be on the way for the Detroit Tigers. Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reported on Thursday that outfielder Kerry Carpenter (left shoulder) and infielder Gleyber Torres (oblique) will be heading to Triple-A Toledo on Friday to begin rehab assignments.

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Kenley Jansen News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28

Tigers Place Kenley Jansen On IL

The Tigers announced that right-hander Kenley Jansen has been placed on the 15-day injured list with pelvic inflammation. Left-hander Drew Sommers has been recalled to take his place on the roster.

Casey Mize News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28

What Tigers’ Casey Mize said after exiting Angels game with groin injury

It was another setback for the Detroit Tigers, as Casey Mize exited the game against the Los Angeles Angels with a groin injury. After the game, Mize commented on the injury and explained how he felt, according to Tigers’ beat writer Cody Stavenhagen.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / May 28

More injuries, more problems for the Detroit Tigers’ pitching staff

There is certainly plenty of blame to go around for the Detroit Tigers miserable first third of the 2026 season. There’s plenty of time to yell at Scott Harris, Jeff Greenberg, and A.J.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 28

Tigers Dealing with More Pitching Injuries After Victory over Angels

The Detroit Tigers find themselves back in the win column after a stellar pitching performance from the depth available. Starting pitcher Casey Mize continued his dominance after returning from the injured list, but left the game early, much to the concern of fans.

Tarik Skubal News / Total Pro Sports / May 28

MLB Rumors: Chicago Cubs Emerge As No.1 Fit For Tarik Skubal

The Detroit Tigers strengthened their pitching staff before signing a record arbitration deal with Tarik Skubal this offseason. However, the team has gone on a horrendous run after the two-time American League Cy Young winner landed on the IL earlier this month.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / May 28

Alistair Tanner shines in a perfect outing for Lakeland, John Peck hits ninth homer for Erie

A bullpen game from the Hens went sideways as their pitchers issued 10 walks on the night. The offense was a little off, failing to capitalize on a few chances as they fell to the Cllippers on Wednesday.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Jack Flaherty News / Field Level Media / May 28

Tigers' Jack Flaherty, facing Angels, searches for first win of season

The Detroit Tigers have been wallowing around the bottom of the American League. A big part of that has been the continued struggles for Jack Flaherty.

Detroit Tigers News / ESPN / May 27

Tigers lose pitchers Mize, Jansen to groin injurie...

Detroit Tigers pitchers Casey Mize and Kenley Jansen both left Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Angels because of right groin injuries.

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Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / May 27

Tigers overcome pitcher injuries to shut out Angels

Spencer Torkelson had three extra-base hits, including a solo homer, and the Detroit Tigers overcame two more pitching injuries to blank the visiting Los Angeles Angels, 4-0, on Wednesday night.

Casey Mize News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27

Tigers’ Casey Mize exits Angels game with apparent injury

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize has made an impact since returning to the team’s rotation from a groin strain. However, he suffered an apparent injury during Wednesday’s contest against the Los Angeles Angels.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 27

Tigers' Recent Losing Skid May Force a Trade Nobody Wants

The Detroit Tigers are in a bad free fall in May. Heading into Wednesday, the Tigers have a 21-34 record, which is tied for the worst in the American League.

Kerry Carpenter News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Kerry Carpenter Nearing Return After Tigers Decision

The Detroit Tigers, at 21-34, find themselves sitting in last place of the American League Central division. This comes after a 2025 season which saw them push the Seattle Mariners to game five of the American League Division Series.

Justin Verlander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27

New Tigers’ Justin Verlander injury update emerges on Wednesday

Detroit Tigers veteran starting pitcher Justin Verlander is working his way back from a hip injury. While Verlander’s injury recovery has been slow, he is moving forward.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Tigers Make Trade With Blue Jays After 34th Loss

The Detroit Tigers entered the 2026 season with legitimate playoff hopes, but their year has quickly gone downhill. They now sit at 21-34, 10 games behind the division-leading Cleveland Guardians, and own the worst record in MLB for the month of May at 5-18.

Connor Seabold News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27

Blue Jays Acquire Connor Seabold

The Blue Jays announced that they have acquired right-hander Connor Seabold from the Tigers. Detroit, who designated Seabold for assignment a few days ago, gets minor league lefty Juanmi Vasquez in return.

Casey Mize News / Just Baseball / May 27

The Casey Mize Selection Is Finally Paying Dividends

It has been almost eight years since Casey Mize was selected first overall by the Detroit Tigers in the 2018 MLB Draft. Mize was coming off his first season as a full-time starter for the Auburn Tigers, his most impressive season as a collegiate athlete.

Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26

Tigers manager drops huge Tarik Skubal injury update

The Detroit Tigers are anxiously waiting for Skubal to come back after he underwent surgery at the beginning of May.

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Detroit Tigers News / HITC / May 26

There is no rescue in AAA Toledo for the collapsing Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers are reaching the point where every struggling team asks the same question: who can they call up to fix this? Right now, the answer is probably nobody.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 25

How the Tigers could boost the trade market for ace Tarik Skubal

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal might be headed toward becoming the top prize of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, and there is one move his team could make to maximize the return in a potential deal.

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