Tigers Daily Report
May 16, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers' six-game winning streak was snapped Friday night by the Boston Red Sox 1-0 in 10 innings, and Detroit enters today's contest against Toronto looking to regroup after a tough recent stretch.
Top Story
Mize Set to Start Against Blue Jays
Casey Mize is scheduled to start for Detroit on May 16 in what marks his return from a mild right adductor strain. Mize was excellent in his first six outings this season before getting hurt, posting a 2.90 ERA and 35:11 K:BB over 31 innings. The right-hander did not take a rehab assignment, instead completing a live batting practice session this week.
Around the Club
Injuries — The Tigers placed McKinstry on the 10-day injured list Friday with left hip/abdominal inflammation. Justin Verlander's recovery from hip inflammation is "going a little slower than anticipated," though he threw a 50-pitch, three-inning simulated game on May 15 and showed improvement in pitch quality and fastball velocity. Beau Brieske and Will Vest are scheduled to make rehab appearances for Triple-A Toledo. — MLB.com
Roster Moves — Detroit has sent down Ricky Vanasco, who sported a 14.54 ERA in four games, and activated Connor Seabold. Troy Melton tossed two-plus scoreless innings with three strikeouts in a May 15 rehab start for Triple-A Toledo, with his fastball topping out at 98.7 mph, and will make another rehab start early next week. — The Athletic
Skubal Update — Tarik Skubal started throwing program by playing catch about a week after undergoing surgery May 6 to remove loose body from elbow and will continue to advance in throwing distance until cleared to resume throwing off a mound. — MLB.com
Torres on Rehab Assignment — Gleyber Torres was eligible to be reinstated from the 10-day injured list Friday, but is going to go out on a short rehab stint prior to rejoining the Detroit lineup. — CBS Sports
Quick Hits
- Manager A.J. Hinch said Torres is "trending toward" beginning a rehab assignment.
- Will Vest will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo and should rejoin the bullpen next week if all goes well.
Next Game
Toronto Blue Jays — Today (May 16), 1:10 PM ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — May 16, 2026