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Verlander Returns to Tigers as Spring Injuries and Deals Recast MLB Rotations

Teams are recalibrating rotations in the first days of camp as medical decisions and one-year contracts quickly alter depth charts.

Sep 17, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Justin Verlander (35) watches from the dugout after pitching 7 innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Sep 28, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) throws to first base to retire Miami Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez (not pictured) during the second inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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TORONTO, ONTARIO - OCTOBER 20: Shane Bieber #57 of the Toronto Blue Jays walks to the dugout before game seven of the American League Championship Series against the Seattle Mariners at the Rogers Centre on October 20, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Justin Verlander agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin Detroit, widely reported at about $13 million.
  • The Tigers placed Reese Olson on the 60-day injured list after right-shoulder labral repair, ruling him out for 2026 and shifting innings to Tarik Skubal, Framber Valdez and Verlander.
  • The Mets said Francisco Lindor underwent surgery for a hamate injury in his left hand, with a typical four-to-six week recovery and optimism he can be ready for Opening Day.
  • Atlanta put Spencer Schwellenbach on the 60-day IL with right elbow inflammation as camp opened, highlighting renewed rotation depth questions.
  • Baltimore signed Chris Bassitt to a one-year, $18.5 million contract as clubs move quickly on short-term starting options.