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Tigers sticking with SP Jack Flaherty despite command issues
TL;DR
The Detroit Tigers are retaining starting pitcher Jack Flaherty despite his ongoing command issues, including multiple games with three or more walks. This decision comes amid injuries to other key pitchers in the rotation.
Key points
- Detroit Tigers are backing Jack Flaherty despite command issues
- Flaherty has allowed three or more walks in six of seven starts
- Tarik Skubal's injury has impacted the Tigers' rotation
Detroit TigersJack FlahertyTarik Skubal
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Even before ace Tarik Skubal sustained his third major left elbow injury, Detroit Tigers officials announced their backing of Jack Flaherty.
The struggling starter may have lost control of his command, but not his spot in the decimated MLB rotation, despite allowing three or more walks in six of his seven starts.
Despite failing to pitch past the fifth inning five times.
Despite pitching four or fewer innings four times.
Despite compiling a 5.90 earned-run average, Flaherty was scheduled to start against the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park on Wednesday night, aiming to avoid a three-game sweep.
Tigers staying with struggling SP Jack Flaherty vs. Red Sox
A problem throughout his 10-year major league career, Flaherty's recent troubles continue to stem from his inability to throw strikes consistently.
Q&A
Why are the Detroit Tigers sticking with Jack Flaherty despite his struggles?
The Tigers are supporting Flaherty due to a lack of alternatives in their decimated rotation, even though he has faced command issues.
How many walks has Jack Flaherty allowed in his starts this season?
Flaherty has allowed three or more walks in six of his seven starts this season.
What impact did Tarik Skubal's injury have on the Tigers' pitching rotation?
Skubal's injury has further strained the Tigers' pitching rotation, making the team more reliant on Flaherty despite his command issues.
