Justin Verlander Faces Extended Absence Due to Hamstring Injury

WHO:

MLB.com - Justin Verlander, 43-year-old right-hander for the Detroit Tigers.

MLB.com - A.J. Hinch, manager of the Detroit Tigers.

MLB.com - Trei Cruz, the Tigers' No. 22 prospect and grandson of former Astros player Jose Cruz.

MLB.com - Wenceel Pérez, switch-hitting outfielder for the Tigers.

WHAT:

MLB.com - Verlander has been scratched from his scheduled start due to a left hamstring strain.

MLB.com - The injury is expected to keep Verlander out for weeks rather than days.

MLB.com - Verlander made one start on March 30 at Arizona before being placed on the injured list due to left hip inflammation.

MLB.com - Trei Cruz was called up to the Tigers, marking the third generation of the Cruz family in Major League Baseball.

MLB.com - Pérez was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left orbital fracture.

WHERE:

MLB.com - Verlander's injury occurred during a bullpen session in Houston.

MLB.com - Trei Cruz was called up before a series opener against the White Sox at Comerica Park.

WHEN:

MLB.com - Verlander was scheduled to start on Sunday against the White Sox.

MLB.com - Trei Cruz was called up before Father's Day.

WHY:

MLB.com - Verlander’s latest injury is a setback in his return from a previous hip issue.

MLB.com - The Tigers signed Verlander to a one-year contract to enhance their rotation and excite fans.

HOW:

MLB.com - Verlander suffered the hamstring strain while throwing during a bullpen session.

MLB.com - Trei Cruz was added to the 40-man roster after a successful 2025 season in the minors.

Justin Verlander has been scratched from his scheduled start due to a left hamstring strain, which is expected to keep him out for weeks rather than days. In a related move, the Detroit Tigers have called up Trei Cruz, marking the third generation of the Cruz family in Major League Baseball, while Wenceel Pérez has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left orbital fracture. Verlander’s injury occurred during a bullpen session in Houston, and he was initially signed to bolster the Tigers' rotation and excite fans after dealing with a previous hip issue.