On Friday morning, the Detroit Tigers provided an important update on the status of several players currently recovering from injuries as spring training continues.
Detroit Tigers Injury Report for 2/21/25
- Akil Baddoo (right hamate hook excision) underwent surgery earlier this week to address a hamate hook fracture. Baddoo will complete daily rehab and is expected to return to full baseball activities soon.
- Javier Baez (right hip labral repair) is scheduled to complete his next base-running session this weekend. He is actively participating in all other camp activities while continuing his rehab.
- Alex Cobb (right hip inflammation) is completing rehab daily and is working on returning to full strength.
- Wilmer Flores (right shoulder inflammation) is also completing daily rehab to recover from his shoulder issue.
- Sawyer Gipson-Long (left hip labral repair, right UCL reconstruction) resumed his throwing program yesterday and is set to throw his next bullpen session later this week.
- Alex Lange (right lat repair) is scheduled to throw his next bullpen tomorrow, moving forward in his recovery.
- Tyler Mattison (right UCL reconstruction) is set to complete his next bullpen session tomorrow as well.
- Ricky Vanasco (right hip labral repair) is scheduled to complete a bullpen session today as part of his recovery plan.
Why it Matters
This medical update highlights key players on the mend and provides a look at the Tigers’ preparations as they get ready for the upcoming 2025 season. In 2024, the Tigers made a heck of a run to make the playoffs, before falling just short of making the ALCS.
Key Stats & Further Reading
- Akil Baddoo’s Recovery: Baddoo is recovering from a hamate hook fracture and will continue rehab daily.
- Javier Baez’s Rehab Progress: Baez is recovering from hip labral repair and is expected to resume base running.
For more updates on the Tigers’ spring training and player injuries, stay tuned to official team releases and media channels.
