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Skubal's Swift Return: Rehab Start Looms for Tigers Ace
6 Jun
Summary
- Tarik Skubal to make rehab start for Whitecaps on Sunday.
- Game tickets sold out before Skubal's announcement.
- Parking opens 4 hours before Sunday's 2 p.m. first pitch.
West Michigan is anticipating the appearance of Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, who will be making a rehab start for the Whitecaps at LMCU Ballpark on Sunday. This marks Skubal's first start since undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left elbow in early May, with his recovery progressing remarkably quickly. His return to the Tigers' rotation appears imminent, potentially weeks ahead of schedule.
Tickets for Sunday's game against the Dayton Dragons were already sold out prior to the Tigers' announcement of Skubal's rehab start, underscoring the local excitement. Resale tickets have appeared on platforms like StubHub, with prices reaching into the hundreds of dollars. The ballpark's capacity exceeds 10,000 attendees.
First pitch is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, though a slight delay is possible due to ongoing construction. Parking lots will open at 10 a.m., and ballpark gates will open at 11:45 a.m. for season ticket holders and noon for individual ticket holders. Skubal previously made rehab starts for the Whitecaps in 2023 and also appeared for the team in 2018 after being drafted.
