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Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander (hamstring) has resumed playing catch.
Fantasy Impact
Verlander was set to return to the Tigers' rotation from hip inflammation on Sunday, but suffered a left hamstring strain during a June 17 side session. He has made just one start for the team this season and is expected to miss multiple weeks before a potential return.
Justin Verlander has been scratched from his scheduled start on Sunday with a hamstring injury and is expected to miss weeks.
Fantasy Impact
Verlander suffered a left hamstring injury after throwing a bullpen on Wednesday, and the Tigers now expect him to be on the shelf for an extended period of time. The 43-year-old was expected to make his return from the 60-day injured list on Sunday, with his lone outing of the season coming on March 30th.
Justin Verlander will start on Sunday against the White Sox.
Fantasy Impact
Verlander was able to throw a successful sim game on Monday. His upside will remain limited for fantasy managers early on in his return from the injured list.
Justin Verlander is throwing a simulated game on Monday at Daikin Park.
Fantasy Impact
Verlander could return from the injured list later this week if all goes well.
Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander (hip) is scheduled to throw a simulated game on Monday in Houston.
Fantasy Impact
Verlander's sim game on Monday will ensure he stays on a five-day schedule following his rehab start with Triple-A Toledo last Wednesday. It's unclear if Verlander's next start will remain at Triple-A after he allowed four solo homers in his outing there on Wednesday.