Tigers Share 2 Injury Updates Before Diamondbacks Series

The Detroit Tigers hold a 2-1 record heading into their upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Ahead of the series, Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris provided injury updates on pitchers Troy Melton and Jackson Jobe.

"Tigers president of baseball ops Scott Harris told @MLBNetworkRadio he expects Troy Melton (elbow inflammation) and Jackson Jobe (Tommy John rehab) to pitch for them this season, Melton first, then Jobe. 'Jackson will be available hopefully in August for us,'" Jason Beck reported.

Detroit is looking to win the American League Central and then make a deep postseason run in October. While pitchers such as Tarik Skubal and Framber Valdez will lead the way, every ball club knows that pitching depth is of the utmost importance.

Melton, Jobe Expected to Pitch in 2026

Melton, 25, and Jobe, 23, are both young pitchers who feature potential.

Melton made his MLB debut in 2025 and ultimately pitched to a strong 2.76 ERA across 16 total outings (four starts). He can make an impact in multiple roles. According to Harris, Melton will return before Jobe.

Jobe, meanwhile, made his MLB debut in 2024 but appeared in only two games. He then pitched in 10 games (all starts) in 2025. Overall, he holds a 3.91 big league ERA. The fact that Jobe is expected to pitch this season after his Tommy John surgery recovery is certainly encouraging.

The Tigers will not rush either pitcher back into action. They are surely excited for both of them to return, but patience will be crucial as the pitchers look to build up to help the ball club in 2026.

The team will provide further updates on Melton and Jobe as they are made available.