Tigers Daily Report
May 26, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers host the Angels tonight at Comerica Park seeking to snap a six-game home losing streak, while continuing to monitor the status of key injuries including ace Tarik Skubal and star pitcher Justin Verlander as they rehab.
Top Story
Torres Set to Return to Batting Cage; Verlander to Throw Live in Comerica Series
Gleyber Torres will attempt to re-enter the batting cage on May 26 in Detroit after rejoining the club in Baltimore on May 22 to take four days off from swinging a bat. Justin Verlander will throw live BP during the Tigers' May 26-28 series at Comerica Park after throwing a bullpen in Baltimore. The two stars represent critical pieces in the Tigers' push to get healthy as Detroit has a 13-12 record in home games and a 21-33 record overall.
Source: MLB.com
Around the Club
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Injuries — Brant Hurter was placed on the 15-day IL on May 24 due to lumbar spine inflammation after exiting Detroit's May 22 game at Baltimore in the fifth inning. Source: MLB.com
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Schedule — The Tigers host the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday at 6:40 p.m. EDT, with right-hander Keider Montero (2-3, 3.83 ERA) starting for Detroit against Jack Kochanowicz (2-3, 4.55 ERA) for Los Angeles. Source: FOX Sports
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Roster — The Tigers reinstated Troy Melton from the 60-day injured list and had him start the second game of Sunday's doubleheader in Baltimore, designating right-hander Connor Seabold for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. Source: CBS Sports
Quick Hits
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The Tigers have had seven hits or less in each of their last 11 games, their longest such streak dating back to 1901.
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The Tigers are 6-3 in games when they hit at least two home runs.
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Angels starter Jack Kochanowicz is winless in his last seven starts.
Next Game
vs. Los Angeles Angels — Today, 6:40 p.m. ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — May 26, 2026