Tigers Daily Report
July 19, 2026
Executive Summary
Hao-Yu Lee lined a two-run double with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Detroit Tigers over the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 on Friday night, keeping the Tigers' second-half momentum alive as they prepare for a road trip to Chicago.
Top Story
Lee's Late-Inning Heroics Propel Tigers Past Angels
Hao-Yu Lee lined a two-run double with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Detroit Tigers over the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 on Friday night. The dramatic comeback showcased the club's clutch hitting down the stretch and marked another positive result in what has been an encouraging post-All-Star break stretch for the Tigers, now sitting 45-52 overall.
Source: ESPN
Around the Club
Roster — The Tigers have signed Cameron Flukey, their top pick of the 2026 Draft, for $3.8 million, slightly less than the slot value of the pick at $4,082,700. Source: MLB.com
Injuries — Pitcher Bailey Horn underwent left UCL reconstruction surgery with Dr. Keith Meister on July 15 and is expected to miss the entire 2026 season. Jackson Jobe threw a bullpen on July 16 as he continues his return from Tommy John surgery. Source: MLB.com
Injuries — Burch Smith threw 16 pitches in an inning-long rehab appearance with Single-A Lakeland on July 17, allowing two runs on a walk and a hit. Source: MLB.com
Roster — Gleyber Torres continued a rehab assignment with Single-A Lakeland on July 17, going 0-for-3 at the plate with a walk and playing seven innings at second base. Source: MLB.com
Quick Hits
- Kevin McGonigle is basking in the All-Star week glow after getting his first nod as a Tiger.
- The 2026 Trade Deadline looms on Aug. 3, less than three weeks away.
- The Tigers first-round pick Cameron Flukey got a quick thumbs-up from Tarik Skubal.
Next Game
Chicago Cubs — Monday, July 20, 7:05 p.m. ET, Wrigley Field
Tigers Daily Report — July 19, 2026