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Skubal rejoins Tigers' rotation Sat. vs. Guardians...

ESPN · Jun 11, 2026, 5:12 PM

Key takeaways

  • Reigning back-to-back Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will return to the Detroit Tigers on Saturday to start against the Cleveland Guardians.
  • Hinch made the announcement Thursday, adding that right-hander Casey Mize could return Sunday if he completes another bullpen session later Thursday.
  • "We're adding the best pitcher in baseball back to our mix," Hinch told reporters.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

Reigning back-to-back Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will return to the Detroit Tigers on Saturday to start against the Cleveland Guardians.

Manager A.J. Hinch made the announcement Thursday, adding that right-hander Casey Mize could return Sunday if he completes another bullpen session later Thursday.

"We're adding the best pitcher in baseball back to our mix," Hinch told reporters. "It's hard to describe what that boost will be."

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