Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander will not make his next scheduled start against the Cleveland Indians due to mid-back stiffness, per the Tigers.
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Jason Beck of MLB.com reported the Tigers are hopeful Verlander is ready to pitch again within five days; however, Farmer will start Wednesday in his stead, per the team.
Verlander missed the start of the season due to a triceps injury. It was the first trip to the disabled list for the longtime Tigers ace, who's been one of the most durable pitchers in baseball for nearly a decade. He made at least 30 starts in each of the past nine seasons.
While Detroit awaits further word on his status, the question becomes whether he's going through a stretch of bad luck or if the wear and tear is starting to take its toll. He has a lot of high-velocity innings on his right arm at age 32.
The Tigers will hope it's only another minor setback. The team's rotation isn't nearly as deep when he's sidelined.
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