Tigers Daily Report
May 15, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers open a home series tonight against Toronto looking to break a four-game losing streak, with Mize potentially returning to the mound Saturday and reinforcements slowly making their way back from the injured list.
Top Story
Madden to Start as Tigers Seek Turnaround Against Blue Jays
Ty Madden will start Friday's game against the Blue Jays, with the right-handed pitcher operating as a traditional starter against Toronto's heavy right-handed lineup after working out of the bullpen earlier in the season. Madden threw 87 pitches his last time out and will be operating on five days' rest with a full workload available. Detroit's starter comes in with a 0-0 record, 2.45 ERA, and 0.73 WHIP over 11.0 innings, while Trey Yesavage (1-1) takes the mound for Toronto.
Source: CBS Sports
Around the Club
Injuries — Casey Mize could return from the 15-day injured list to start Saturday's game against the Blue Jays. Mize has been sidelined since late April with a right adductor strain, has not made a rehab start, but threw a live batting practice session earlier this week. The right-hander posted a 2.90 ERA and 35:11 K:BB over 31 innings in his first six outings before getting hurt.
Roster — The Tigers signed Nick Sandlin to a minor-league contract Tuesday after he struggled in 8.2 innings of relief for the Angels with an 11.42 ERA and 1.62 WHIP. The right-hander entered this season with a career 3.19 ERA and 27.3 percent strikeout rate, and is headed to Triple-A Toledo.
Injuries — Will Vest threw off a mound for the first time since landing on the injured list May 2 with forearm inflammation and is eligible to return from the IL on Thursday, though likely needs additional bullpen and live batting practice sessions before activation.
Quick Hits
- McGonigle has been a bright spot for the Tigers, batting .301 with an .853 OPS and stealing a base in consecutive games for seven steals overall in as many attempts.
- Detroit comes into this matchup with a 19-25 overall record and a much stronger 12-6 home record.
- Toronto's biggest concern is its road record, with the Blue Jays struggling away from home at 6-13 and their pitching staff entering with a higher ERA than Detroit.
Next Game
Toronto Blue Jays — Friday, May 15 at 6:45 p.m. ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — May 15, 2026