Tigers Daily Report
August 26, 2026
Executive Summary
The Tigers host the Rays at Comerica Park starting at 1:10 p.m. ET today, looking to build on their momentum after snapping a six-game losing streak yesterday and continuing their push toward playoff contention.
Top Story
Melton Takes the Mound Against AL-East Leading Rays
Troy Melton (7-2, 1.60 ERA) will toe the rubber for Detroit against Freddy Peralta (5-11, 5.33 ERA) in today's matchup. The 25-year-old right-hander boasts a superb 1.58 ERA and 0.91 WHIP through 74 innings over 12 starts this season, establishing himself as a potential cornerstone of the Tigers' future rotation. Detroit will look to extend Tuesday's win and continue climbing back into the wild card picture.
Source: MLB.com
Around the Club
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Roster — The Tigers will place Wenceel Perez on the 10-day injured list after he was struck in the face by a plyometric band in a weight room incident. Trei Cruz will absorb Perez's spot on the Detroit roster after being recalled from Triple-A Toledo. Source: CBS Sports
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Injuries — Riley Greene took batting practice and performed running drills Thursday afternoon at Comerica Park, continuing his recovery from a hamstring injury as the Tigers navigate the stretch run.
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Schedule — The Tigers face the Dodgers on August 28 at 6:40 p.m. ET and August 29 at 1:10 p.m. ET, setting up a crucial stretch against one of baseball's elite teams.
Quick Hits
- The Tigers (62-70) snapped a six-game losing streak Tuesday and remain only four games out of the wild card.
- The Rays are atop the AL East, while the Tigers are fourth in the AL Central.
Next Game
Tampa Bay Rays — August 26, 1:10 p.m. ET, Comerica Park
Tigers Daily Report — August 26, 2026