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Jack Flaherty Placed on 15-Day IL as Detroit Adjusts Pitching Staff
7/22/2026, 1:16:57 PM
Flaherty Moves to Injured List
The Detroit Tigers placed right-hander Jack Flaherty on the 15-day injured list with right flexor inflammation. The move follows his four-inning outing in an 8-6 win over the Chicago Cubs, where he surrendered three runs on four hits. Manager A.J. Hinch explained that the injury was not obvious in the morning but became clear as the day progressed, prompting the decision to sideline Flaherty for at least five to six days.
Recent Pitching Usage and Roster Adjustments
In Flaherty’s absence, Ty Madden was recalled from Triple-A Toledo and entered the game in relief, replacing Framber Valdez after two outs in the first inning of an 11-2 loss at Wrigley Field. The Tigers also deployed four relievers in a 3-2 loss to the Los Angeles Angels and five relievers for six innings in the series opener against the Cubs. Position players Zach McKinstry and Jake Rogers each pitched an inning on Tuesday night, providing additional depth. Veteran right-hander Justin Verlander, who plans to retire after the season, was the first Tiger to arrive at Wrigley Field that day.
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Official Comments from Manager A.J. Hinch
Hinch noted that the injury assessment evolved throughout the morning, leading to the IL placement. He praised the contribution of the two position players, saying they helped the team “get to the finish line.” Hinch also highlighted Madden’s “different edge” and attention to detail, emphasizing his ability to challenge the strike zone and his effective slider-split combination.
