Tigers Daily Report
August 01, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers have won all 4 games against the Athletics in the 2026 season, and they aim to extend that streak tonight as Detroit at 6.5 games back still has a mathematical argument to make in the wild card picture.
Top Story
Trade Deadline Looms with Skubal's Future in Question
The MLB trade deadline is fast approaching, with teams looking to improve their standing for a postseason run having until 6 p.m. ET Monday to make a move. The Tigers are the biggest wild card as they decide whether to pursue their long-shot playoff hopes or painfully part with Skubal, with ESPN's Jeff Passan reporting Wednesday that they have decided to do the latter and that a deal could come soon. Casey Mize is now slated to start his next game for the Tigers on Tuesday, the day after the deadline.
Around the Club
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Injuries — Perez to IL — The Tigers will place Perez (face) on the 10-day injured list prior to Friday's game versus the White Sox after getting hurt in a weight room incident when he was struck in the face by a plyometric band. Trei Cruz will absorb Perez's spot on the Detroit roster.
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Prospects — Clark's Impact — Clark was selected third overall in 2023, 34 picks before Kevin McGonigle, and his recent call-up has energized the lineup after his strong debut.
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Game Preview — Strong Matchup Tonight — The game airs at 09:40 PM ET on NBC Sports California, Detroit Tigers, and MLB.TV at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. Riley Greene has been Detroit's most consistent offensive presence, hitting .277 with 15 home runs, 53 RBI, and 109 hits.
Quick Hits
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Jackson Jobe is scheduled to make his second rehab start for Double-A Erie with an expected return to the majors in August.
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Wenceel Pérez is completing a return-to-play progression for hitting, running and fielding after his left orbital fracture.
Next Game
Oakland Athletics — August 01, 2026, 9:40 PM ET, Sutter Health Park (West Sacramento, CA)
Tigers Daily Report — August 01, 2026