Tigers Daily Report
September 25, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers open a two-day celebration of Justin Verlander's career with a Friday game against Pittsburgh, with Verlander scheduled to start Saturday's season finale.
Top Story
Verlander Farewell Weekend Begins as Tigers Honor a Legend
The Detroit Tigers are preparing a two-day celebration for Justin Verlander that begins Friday, Sept. 25, and continues Saturday, Sept. 26, during Detroit's season-ending series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park, with the schedule including a pregame ceremony, two gate giveaways, interactive displays, commemorative merchandise, a Verlander television special and several tributes spread throughout the ballpark. The 43-year-old right-hander is set to take the hill for the Detroit Tigers on Saturday, September 26. Friday's 6:40 p.m. game will spotlight Verlander's accomplishments in a Tigers uniform and his place among baseball's greatest pitchers.
Source: Detroit Sports Nation
Around the Club
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Schedule — The Tigers host the Pittsburgh Pirates tonight at 6:40 p.m. ET at Comerica Park, with Jackson Jobe scheduled to pitch for Detroit on Friday. Source: ESPN
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Prospects — Zyhir Hope, a top Tigers prospect acquired in the Tarik Skubal trade, made a splash in his final 2026 game by demolishing a first-inning home run in Game 2 of the Eastern League Finals, though his Double-A Erie squad fell to Reading. Source: MLB.com
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Roster — Verlander (hamstring/hip) is scheduled to be reinstated from the 60-day injured list to start Saturday against the Pirates. Source: ESPN
Quick Hits
- The Tigers currently hold a record of 73–82 (.471) and are in the final weeks of a disappointing 2026 season.
- Despite his injuries, Verlander was selected to the All-Star Game as a "Legends Pick" by Commissioner Rob Manfred and announced his retirement shortly afterwards, effective at the end of the season.
- River Ryan will pitch for Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 27.
Next Game
Pittsburgh Pirates — Friday, September 25, 6:40 p.m. ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — September 25, 2026