Tigers Get Skubal Boost Amid Injury Woes

The Detroit Tigers received a significant boost as pitcher Tarik Skubal, a two-time Cy Young winner, has begun light throwing sessions following his recent elbow surgery. This marks an encouraging step toward his return, with doctors validating hopes for an accelerated recovery.

Further bolstering the pitching staff, right-hander Casey Mize is scheduled to start Saturday's game, returning from a strained adductor without a minor-league rehab assignment. Reliever Connor Seabold has also been activated after dealing with ankle inflammation. Power arms Beau Brieske and Will Vest showed progress on rehab assignments.

Adding to the positive developments, Justin Verlander made progress in his live session, showing increased velocity and a more effective slider. He is eligible to return from the 60-day injured list on May 31. However, the team also encountered misfortune when pitcher Ty Madden suffered a forearm injury after being hit by a line drive, though X-rays were negative.

Despite these injury concerns and a recent slump, the Tigers secured a 3-2 victory against the Toronto Blue Jays on a walk-off hit. The team, currently 20-25, remains optimistic about improving their standing as more players return from the injured list.