Burch Smith's Season Ends After Shoulder Surgery
The Tigers reliever had an arthroscopic procedure on his throwing shoulder, ending his 2026 season and casting doubt on his 2027 availability.
Burch Smith had an arthroscopic procedure on his throwing shoulder, effectively ending his 2026 season. He has been on the 60-day IL since a transfer following an initial 15-day IL stint that began May 22 with shoulder inflammation. His recovery timeline has not been disclosed, leaving his readiness for 2027 uncertain. Smith is an impending free agent, and his shoulder condition will significantly affect his offseason market.
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Burch Smith's Season Ends After Shoulder Surgery
The Tigers reliever had an arthroscopic procedure on his throwing shoulder, ending his 2026 season and casting doubt on his 2027 availability.
Tanner Rainey Outrighted to Triple-A After Tigers DFA
Detroit outrighted Rainey to Toledo following a DFA earlier this week; he accepted the assignment and will remain in the organization.
Detroit Tigers Have Lost 14 of Their Last 17 Games
Detroit has dropped 14 of its last 17 games, per Patrick Donnelly at MLB.com, with execution failures in the latest defeat deepening the slump.
Riley Greene Activated, Returns to Detroit Tigers Lineup
Riley Greene has been activated and is back in Detroit's lineup, per Jason Beck and Patrick Donnelly at MLB.com, after a rehab stint with Triple-A Toledo.
Tigers Prospect Ben Jacobs Trending Up After Mechanical Overhaul
The 22-year-old southpaw has posted 33 strikeouts over his last five starts and earned a FV bump from Detroit's development staff.
Riley Greene returning to Tigers lineup Tuesday
Detroit's outfielder is activated and expected back in the lineup Tuesday, providing a significant boost to a struggling Tigers offense.