Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty will be making his return to the rotation in the upcoming game against the Cleveland Guardians after dealing with a lower back injury that has kept him sidelined since June 27. Flaherty, who has been receiving injections to manage the pain, is looking to bounce back from a rough outing against the Los Angeles Angels where he gave up five runs.
Before his injury, Flaherty was performing at an All-Star level, with an impressive 3.24 ERA and a remarkable strikeout-to-walk ratio of 8.2. The Tigers are hopeful that Flaherty’s latest injection will help him feel better and regain his form on the mound. Manager A.J. Hinch expressed confidence in Flaherty’s readiness to pitch and noted that his bullpen session was very encouraging.
In addition to Flaherty’s return, the Guardians will be sending Spencer Howard to the mound for his debut with the team. Howard, who was acquired from the San Francisco Giants, is eager to make an impact with his new team and provide some much-needed length in the pitching rotation.
The Tigers have a chance to clinch the series with a win against the Guardians, following a 5-4 victory in the previous game. Rookie Colt Keith has been on fire, extending his hitting streak to eight games and contributing significantly to the team’s recent success. All-Star center fielder Riley Greene has also been a key player for the Tigers, making impressive plays both offensively and defensively.
As the Tigers and Guardians face off in the series finale, all eyes will be on Flaherty as he looks to prove that he is healthy and ready to lead the Tigers to victory. With the game shaping up to be a competitive matchup between two talented teams, baseball fans can expect an exciting showdown on the field.