Scott Boras Reveals Stunning Tarik Skubal Injury Update

Could Skubal Return Much Earlier Than Expected?

That is where things become incredibly interesting for Detroit.

Most recovery estimates for this type of surgery typically fall around three months, but Boras suggested Skubal may be able to begin light throwing much sooner.

“The normal tissue invasion and bleeding and swelling that goes with a customary arthroscope is not there. This is really almost like receiving a shot,” he said.

“But the key thing is that it allows for a much more immediate beginning to rehab and then the build up to pitch.”

Boras added that the hope is Skubal could begin throwing again in roughly a week.

If that happens, the Tigers may avoid the lengthy buildup process that often comes with elbow procedures.

Tigers Need Their Ace Back

The timing could not be more important for Detroit.

The Tigers have been crushed by injuries throughout the early portion of the 2026 season, losing not only Skubal, but also Justin Verlander, Casey Mize, Will Vest, and several other key contributors.

Before the injury, Skubal looked every bit like a pitcher capable of winning a third consecutive Cy Young Award.

According to Boras, the injury itself should not impact Skubal’s long-term outlook.

“The bone chip has nothing to do with the anatomy of his ligament or anything like that. He was still throwing 98 miles an hour. He would just have to move the chip around so that it would allow him the freedom to pitch normally,” Boras said.

“And so by removing it in a non invasive process, he’s obviously now going to return to his normal performance levels without any encumbrance whatsoever.”