On Friday, the Detroit Tigers will host the Texas Rangers in Michigan for the start of a three-game series.
The Tigers are coming off a 5-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday.
Detroit Tigers Announce Latest Justin Verlander Update
GettyJustin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers looks on from the dugout during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on April 26, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Ahead of Friday’s series, the Tigers announced the latest update on Justin Verlander.
He has been out since his only start of the season on March 30.
Evan Petzold of Detroit Free Press wrote: “Justin Verlander injury update: He completed a bullpen session Wednesday and is scheduled to throw another bullpen session Saturday or Sunday.”
According to MLB.com, Verlander is expected to return at some point this month.
GettyStarter Justin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers pitches against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of the home opener at Chase Field on March 30, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Verlander had a tough outing on March 30 when he let up six hits and five earned runs in 3.2 innings.
The future Hall of Famer signed with the Tigers over the offseason.
He had spent the first 12 and a half seasons of his career with the franchise.
Brad Galli of WXYZ Detroit wrote (on February 10): “He’s back: Justin Verlander has agreed to terms on a one-year, $13 million deal to return to the Detroit Tigers. Wow.”
GettyJustin Verlander #35 of the Detroit Tigers watches the action during the afternoon workout at Comerica Park on October 26, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan.
A.J. Hinch Speaks On Verlander
GettyManager A.J. Hinch #14 of the Detroit Tigers watches from the dugout during the third inning of the MLB game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on March 31, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Manager A.J. Hinch gave the update on Verlander before Friday’s game (h/t Hobie Artigue of Local 4 WDIV Detroit).
Hinch: “We’re really just trying to get through the bullpens without symptoms… The hope is that he’s able to add more and more every session. He’s been able to do that slowly… If people are wondering about him, he’s pretty frustrated that it’s not going faster and is doing his best.”
Tigers Right Now
The Tigers come into Friday’s series as the second-place team in the American League Central with a 16-16 record in 32 games.
They are an outstanding 10-2 in the 12 games they have played at home.
Following the Rangers, the Tigers will play their next series on Monday when they remain in Detroit to host the Boston Red Sox.
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