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Tigers' Troy Melton Faces Delay with Elbow Inflammation

3/1/2026

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Troy Melton will likely miss the start of the season due to right elbow inflammation.
He will not throw for one to two weeks.
Melton posted a 2.76 ERA in 16 games during his rookie season in 2025.
The Tigers signed veteran pitchers Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez, reducing Melton's chances in the rotation.
Melton said he is not too concerned over anything too long-term.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Troy Melton will likely miss the start of the season due to right elbow inflammation.
He will not throw for one to two weeks.
Melton posted a 2.76 ERA in 16 games during his rookie season in 2025.
The Tigers signed veteran pitchers Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez, reducing Melton's chances in the rotation.
Melton said he is not too concerned over anything too long-term.