Justin Verlander injury update: Progress, but next steps unknown

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TL;DR

Justin Verlander completed a bullpen session, showing progress in his recovery from left hip inflammation. However, there is still no timetable for his return to the Tigers.

Key points

Justin Verlander completed a bullpen session.
He is recovering from left hip inflammation.
There is no timetable for his return.
His leg did not hinder him as much as before.
Manager A.J. Hinch noted positive progress.

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Detroit Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander completed a bullpen session for the first time in the week after lingering pain in his left leg forced him to slow down the rehab process.

Here's the good news: The 43-year-old made progress Wednesday, April 22, in his most recent bullpen as he continues to try to return from left hip inflammation.

The bad news?

There still isn't a timetable for Verlander's return to the Tigers.

"It sounds like his leg didn't hinder him as much as it had in his previous bullpen, which is encouraging," manager A.J. Hinch before Wednesday's game. "The initial reaction from him was a positive step forward, which is great. He still has a series of things that he needs to do before I can plan on anything, but as of right after the bullpen, I was glad to get that news."

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander, left, talks to pitcher Tarik Skubal at practice during spring training at TigerTown in Lakeland, Fla. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.

Less than 24 hours later, Verlander discussed his successful bullpen session before Thursday's series finale against the at Comerica Park.

Q&A

What is the latest update on Justin Verlander's injury?

Justin Verlander has made progress in his recovery, completing a bullpen session, but there is still no timetable for his return.

What caused Justin Verlander's recent injury setback?

Verlander's injury setback was due to lingering pain in his left leg, which slowed down his rehab process.

How did Justin Verlander perform in his latest bullpen session?

In his latest bullpen session, Verlander showed improvement as his leg did not hinder him as much as before.

What does A.J. Hinch say about Verlander's recovery progress?

A.J. Hinch described Verlander's progress as a positive step forward, although he noted that Verlander still has more steps to complete before returning.