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Detroit Tigers roster moves and injury updates

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As the Detroit Tigers continue their pursuit of a Wild Card spot, the organization is managing several roster shifts and injury concerns. All-Star outfielder Riley Greene, sidelined with a right hamstring strain, is undergoing a rehabilitation process in Lakeland described by the team as “standard operating procedure.” He is currently projected to return in late August or early September following a hitting and defensive progression. Further injury updates include starting pitcher Jack Flaherty, who is working to return from right flexor inflammation. Flaherty is expected to potentially begin throwing off a mound soon, with a possible return in September. In the minor leagues, pitching prospect Kash Mayfield has been placed on the injured list by the West Michigan Whitecaps due to a hamstring injury. Regarding roster movements, top prospect Josue Briceño is expected to be promoted from Double-A Erie to Triple-A Toledo following his recovery from wrist surgery. Meanwhile, catcher Roman Silgado has been placed on the 60-day injured list for the DSL Tigers 2, while Omar Bustamante and Sammy Zarraga have been assigned to that same squad from DSL Tigers 1. On the field, the Tigers’ recent struggles have intensified. ~~On August 20, 2026, the team suffered~~ Following a 5-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals ~~at Kauffman Stadium, marking~~ on August 20, 2026, which marked their sixth consecutive ~~defeat. Despite a solid 5.2-inning performance from pitcher Troy Melton,~~ defeat, the ~~Tigers' offense was unable to overcome five shutout innings from Royals pitcher Noah Cameron. This loss extends Detroit's recent slump~~ team managed to ~~six losses in their last seven games. To manage~~ end the ~~rotation,~~ losing streak with a 4-1 victory over the ~~Tigers have moved Keider Montero’s start forward and designated~~ Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park. Rookie Max Clark provided a ~~bullpen game for~~ key offensive boost during the ~~series finale to provide Framber Valdez with extra rest.~~ win, hitting his second career home run, a two-run shot in the fifth inning. The victory was supported by a collective pitching effort where five pitchers allowed only one run, including a first major league victory for reliever Drew Sommers and a 17th season save by Kenley Jansen.

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