Tigers Daily Report
April 06, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers begin a four-game road trip today at 6:40 PM against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field, looking to build momentum after splitting their home series with St. Louis. Detroit's rebuilding rotation faces a challenge with Justin Verlander sidelined, but a recalled prospect could provide near-term help.
Top Story
Montero Called Up as Verlander Heads to Injured List
Right-hander Keider Montero has been recalled from Triple-A Toledo to replace Justin Verlander, who was placed on the 15-day injured list with left hip inflammation. Montero began the 2026 campaign by throwing four shutout frames in Triple-A while allowing just one hit and one walk. The 25-year-old made 20 appearances last season with the Tigers, posting a 4.37 ERA and 1.39 WHIP over 90.2 innings. Verlander will be eligible to return from the IL on April 16, though it's unknown if he'll be ready by then.
Source: CBS Sports
Around the Club
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Roster — Javier Báez remains slow to start 2026, sporting a .513 OPS with no home runs through five games. Source: CBS Sports
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Prospects — Kevin McGonigle (MLB No. 2 prospect) has been assigned to Detroit for the 2026 season, while Max Clark (MLB No. 8) begins at Triple-A Toledo. Source: MLB.com
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Prospects — Ten of the Tigers' Top 30 prospects are injured to start the season, with Josue Briceño needing wrist surgery and expecting to return by midseason. Source: MLB.com
Quick Hits
- The Tigers improved to 4-4 on the season after splitting their home series with St. Louis, winning 4-0 on Friday and 11-6 in a rain-shortened game Saturday.
- Catcher Dillon Dingler has emerged with a .300/.364/.650 slash line and seven RBI through six games to begin the regular season.
Next Game
Minnesota Twins — Monday, April 7, 6:40 PM ET, Target Field
Tigers Daily Report — April 06, 2026