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Verlander Returns to Tigers as Spring Injuries and Deals Recast MLB Rotations

Teams are recalibrating rotations in the first days of camp as medical decisions and one-year contracts quickly alter depth charts.

Overview

  • Justin Verlander agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin Detroit, widely reported at about $13 million.
  • The Tigers placed Reese Olson on the 60-day injured list after right-shoulder labral repair, ruling him out for 2026 and shifting innings to Tarik Skubal, Framber Valdez and Verlander.
  • The Mets said Francisco Lindor underwent surgery for a hamate injury in his left hand, with a typical four-to-six week recovery and optimism he can be ready for Opening Day.
  • Atlanta put Spencer Schwellenbach on the 60-day IL with right elbow inflammation as camp opened, highlighting renewed rotation depth questions.
  • Baltimore signed Chris Bassitt to a one-year, $18.5 million contract as clubs move quickly on short-term starting options.