Overview

• Detroit reinstated Vierling from the injured list and slotted him in center field for Saturday’s game.
• Vierling received a cortisone injection on June 5 and was cleared by Rangers physician Dr. Keith Meister.
• The Tigers’ medical staff plans to manage his workload closely to protect his recovering rotator cuff.
• His return adds much-needed right-handed power to an offense that has lacked consistent pop beyond Riley Greene and Kerry Carpenter.
• Known for playing multiple positions and under team control through 2028, Vierling’s durability will determine his long-term role in Detroit’s plans.