Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal is set for his next start after an injury scare during a game against the Atlanta Braves. He experienced discomfort in his left arm but completed the game and reported feeling healthy.
Key points
Tarik Skubal experienced an injury scare during a game.
He felt discomfort in his left arm but completed the game.
Skubal is healthy and ready for his next start.
He will pitch against the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park.
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A.J. HinchKelly RhoadesDillon Dingler
Detroit TigersTarik SkubalAtlanta BravesBoston Red Sox
The 29-year-old shook his left arm, removed his glove and rubbed his left elbow. He received a visit from manager A.J. Hinch, assistant athletic trainer Kelly Rhoades and catcher Dillon Dingler. He stayed in the game after a practice pitch, then struck out the side to complete his start.
Skubal feels healthy entering Monday's start against the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park.
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park in Atlanta on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Q&A
What happened to Tarik Skubal during the game against the Braves?
Tarik Skubal experienced discomfort in his left arm during the seventh inning but completed the game.
Is Tarik Skubal healthy for his next start?
Yes, Tarik Skubal feels healthy and is ready for his next start against the Boston Red Sox.
Who checked on Tarik Skubal after his injury scare?
Manager A.J. Hinch, assistant athletic trainer Kelly Rhoades, and catcher Dillon Dingler checked on Skubal after his injury scare.
When is Tarik Skubal's next scheduled start?
Tarik Skubal's next scheduled start is on Monday against the Boston Red Sox.
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Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park in Atlanta on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
The reigning two-time American League Cy Young winner didn't want to get into the details of exactly what happened after Wednesday's game, though Hinch revealed that Skubal experienced "a funny feeling on the outside of his arm" in the seventh inning.
"I don't really know," Skubal said roughly 27 hours before Monday's start, still trying to make sense of what led to the injury scare. "You've heard the word zinger, I guess, but it wasn't really like a nerve thing, so I don't know."
He threw his bullpen between starts before Friday's game.
Everything has been normal.
"I think a lot of people were [wondering about the injury scare], but I don't think I was one of them," Skubal said. "I felt like I would be already coming out of it. After next-day soreness, I was like, 'Yeah, I'm going to be all right.'"
Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle (7) gets ready for warm up ahead of the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Detroit Tigers coaches line up for national anthem ahead of the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Michigan basketball player Trey McKenney with his family after throwing the ceremonial first pitch before the game between Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize (12) before the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Michigan basketball player Trey McKenney throws ceremonial first pitch ahead of the game between Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Michigan basketball player Trey McKenney, left, talks to Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) after throwing the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the game between Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle (7) gets ready for warm up ahead of the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle (7) gets ready for warm up ahead of the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Detroit Tigers coaches line up for national anthem ahead of the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Michigan basketball player Trey McKenney with his family after throwing the ceremonial first pitch before the game between Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize (12) before the Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Michigan basketball player Trey McKenney throws ceremonial first pitch ahead of the game between Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Detroit Tigers host Texas Rangers in series at Comerica Park
Michigan basketball player Trey McKenney, left, talks to Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) after throwing the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the game between Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Is Skubal thinking about the health of his arm?
"I'm not," Skubal said.
Hinch can't make the same claim.
"I'm worried about all our guys, especially given the way our last few weeks have gone," Hinch said before Sunday's game, referencing injuries to utility player Zach McKinstry, right-hander Casey Mize, shortstop Javier Báez and right-handed reliever Will Vest. "It's not specific to Tarik, but it's the way our injured list has grown. It's always heightened awareness right now. I like no news. That's good news."
In 2026, Skubal has a 2.70 ERA with six walks and 45 strikeouts across 43⅓ innings in seven starts.
His strikeout rate has dropped from 32.2% in 2025 to 27.1% in 2026, which could be a product of his whiff rate falling from 32.5% to 29.8% and his fastball velocity declining from 97.4 mph to 96.5 mph.
Skubal is set to become a free agent in November 2026.