Tigers Daily Report
April 25, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers (14-13) face off against Cincinnati (17-9) tonight in the second game of their series, looking to bounce back after a dramatic 9-8 walk-off loss to the Reds yesterday. Jack Flaherty (0-1, 3.47 ERA) takes the mound for Detroit against Brady Singer (1-1, 5.32 ERA).
Top Story
Tigers Look to Rebound Against High-Powered Reds with Flaherty On The Mound
Detroit started strong yesterday, building a 5-0 lead with home runs from key hitters, but Cincinnati clawed back into the contest. Lowe, who replaced Eugenio Suarez in the lineup due to back pain, followed with his second homer of the night to secure the dramatic walk-off victory. Now the Tigers will attempt to right the ship with their own ace taking the ball. Detroit has gone 4-11 on the road and 14-13 overall, though Tigers pitchers have a collective 3.80 ERA, which ranks 10th in MLB play.
Source: MLB.com
Around the Club
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Injuries — Justin Verlander threw a bullpen session on April 22 with less limitation on his hip than his previous session, but still has some steps to clear before making a rehab start or throwing a simulated game. Source: MLB.com
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Injuries — Parker Meadows is completing rehab daily after undergoing surgery on April 13 to repair a radial fracture in his left forearm following an outfield collision on April 9. Source: MLB.com
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Roster — RHP Burch Smith was selected from Triple-A Toledo while LHP Enmanuel De Jesus was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on April 22. Source: MLB.com
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Contract — McGonigle and the Tigers agreed to an 8-year, $150M extension through 2034. Source: MLB.com
Quick Hits
- Troy Melton has returned to throwing bullpens after an elbow strain sidelined him in spring training and is eligible to return in late May.
- Beau Brieske is throwing bullpens as he works back from a left adductor strain, with his return also projecting closer to late May.
- Reds leaders include Sal Stewart with a .284 batting average and eight home runs, while Elly De La Cruz is 11 for 42 with three home runs and eight RBIs over the last 10 games.
Next Game
Cincinnati Reds — Tonight, 7:15 PM ET, Great American Ball Park
Tigers Daily Report — April 25, 2026