Tigers Daily Report
August 12, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers prepare for Game 2 of their crucial series against the Guardians tonight at Comerica Park, riding momentum from a 6-4 victory Tuesday while monitoring Riley Greene's right hamstring tightness after he exited Tuesday's game.
Top Story
Greene Sidelined, but Tigers Keep Winning
Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene left Tuesday's matchup against the Cleveland Guardians in the 3rd inning after being drilled right below his right knee in the shin. His right hamstring tightened on his trip around the bases, and the Tigers sent him for further evaluation. Manager AJ Hinch expressed concern after the 6-4 win, saying he had no idea of the severity, and confirmed Greene would not be in Wednesday's lineup after getting tests. Greene has posted a .273 batting average, .365 on-base percentage, .815 OPS, 16 home runs and 54 RBIs, earning three straight All-Star selections.
Source: MLB.com
Around the Club
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Game Recap — Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4 on Tuesday night. Source: ESPN
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Injuries — The Tigers will place Wenceel Perez on the 10-day injured list prior to Friday's game versus the White Sox after he was struck in the face by a plyometric band in a weight room incident Tuesday. Source: CBS Sports
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Roster — Trei Cruz will absorb Perez's spot on the Detroit roster, and the Tigers are expected to recall him from Triple-A Toledo for his major-league debut. Source: CBS Sports
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Prospects — Tigers 2026 first rounder RHP Cameron Flukey is set to debut in Lakeland. Source: Bless You Boys
Quick Hits
- The Tigers are thin in the outfield with injuries to Kerry Carpenter (plantar fasciitis), Matt Vierling (left adductor strain), Wenceel Pérez (left orbital fracture) and Parker Meadows (broken left arm).
- The Tigers are 59-60 at home (31-27) while the Guardians are 30-31 away.
Next Game
Cleveland Guardians — August 12, 6:40 PM ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — August 12, 2026