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CLEVELAND, OHIO - JUNE 13: Starting pitcher Tarik Skubal #29 of the Detroit Tigers reacts after leaving the game during the fifth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on June 13, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
The Detroit Tigers have been anything but fully healthy this season, and their injuries have taken a clear toll on their chances of reaching the MLB postseason for what would be a third consecutive season.
The biggest absence so far in 2026 was ace pitcher Tarik Skubal, who underwent a NanoScope procedure to remove a loose body from his throwing arm; he missed several weeks and, while he returned earlier than originally anticipated, the Tigers struggled heavily without him, winning a mere six games in May.
Skubal is back in the Tigers’ starting rotation, and was named the starter on Wednesday against the New York Yankees at Comerica Park. However, he appeared to suffer another injury scare that had fans holding their breath.
Detroit Tigers Starter Tarik Skubal Suffered An Injury Scare On Wednesday
Skubal appeared to be in discomfort multiple times, appearing to favor his groin. He would eventually be surrounded by several members of the team training staff, but ultimately stayed in the game.
Per Tigers beat writer Jason Beck:
“Tarik Skubal seemed to be battling a groin issue after striking out Austin Wells and again after his first pitch to Max Schuemann, prompting a mound visit from manager A.J. Hinch and athletic trainer Kelly Rhoades,” Beck wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “After a lengthy discussion, however, he stayed in the game.”
Michael Whitaker Michael Whitaker is a sports journalist based in metro Detroit with nearly a full decade of experience with publications like Clutch Points and The Hockey News. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Eastern Michigan University. More about Michael Whitaker