Full Breakdown
Riley Greene’s Hamstring Strain Sends Detroit Tigers to the Injured List
8/13/2026, 2:45:38 AM
Core Event
Detroit’s All-Star left fielder Riley Greene was placed on the 10-day injured list after being diagnosed with a right hamstring strain. The injury was first noticed when he left the game against the Cleveland Guardians in the second inning, reporting tightness as he slowed down toward home plate. The Tigers confirmed the move before the next game, opening a roster spot.
Season Performance & Statistics
Greene, a three-time All-Star and the 2025 Silver Slugger winner, had appeared in 117 of Detroit’s first 119 games. He was batting .273 with a .366 on-base percentage and a .450 slugging line, adding 16 home runs and 54 RBIs. His production has been a key factor in Detroit’s climb to within a game of .500 and 2½ games of the division lead.
Roster Adjustments
To fill the vacancy, the club called up outfielder Corey Julks from Triple-A Toledo. Julks, who signed a minor-league free-agent deal in January, is hitting .273 with an .800 OPS in Toledo and has prior MLB experience with Houston and Chicago. To make room on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Troy Watson was designated for assignment. The moves also included left-handed reliever Enmanuel De Jesus returning from paternity leave and right-hander Yilber Díaz being optioned back to Triple-A.
Official Statements & Responses
Manager AJ Hinch emphasized a cautious approach, noting that multiple medical professionals are reviewing Greene’s condition. He expressed optimism that the lack of a classic “grab and hobble” signaled a less severe issue. Hinch also highlighted the team’s depth, saying the “sum of the parts” will allow other outfielders—such as Ben Malgeri, James Outman, or Julks—to step in as needed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Right as he was getting to home plate, he said, right as he was slowing up,” — J. Hinch, tigers manager
- “The sum of the parts is always going to be something that we are really proud of and we are going to continue to be next man up,” — J. Hinch, tigers manager
- “I met with [Díaz] today and let him know I was impressed with his stuff and looking forward to him potentially pitching with us again,” — J. Hinch, tigers manager
- “We're going to have to absorb it, just like every other team has to absorb injuries,” — J. Hinch, tigers manager
These statements capture the manager’s assessment of Greene’s injury, the club’s confidence in its collective roster, and the ongoing evaluation process.
