Matt Vierling

Matt Vierling is continuing his rehab assignment on Tuesday with Triple-A Toledo.

Fantasy Impact

Vierling began his rehab assignment in the first few days of May. It is unclear how much longer he will remain on it.

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said Matt Vierling should begin a rehab assignment "pretty soon.

Fantasy Impact

Hinch mentioned that Vierling could be used only at designated hitter initially on his rehab assignment. He is continuing to work his way back from a strained rotator cuff in his right shoulder.

Matt Vierling has progressed to taking batting practice.

Fantasy Impact

Vierling has also been completing defensive drills. He is completing a return to play throwing program and remains without a clear timetable to return.

The Tigers announced Tuesday that Matt Vierling (shoulder) has been cleared to begin a return-to-play throwing program, reports Evan Woodbery of MLive.com. Vierling, who is recovering from a right shoulder strain suffered early in spring, had already resumed hitting and non-throwing defensive work.

Fantasy Impact

Starting to throw is a key step for Vierling (shoulder). He still requires build-up and a rehab assignment, likely targeting a late April/early May return best-case. A near-everyday role awaits, so continue stashing him on IL.

Matt Vierling (shoulder) said Friday he has not yet started a throwing program as he recovers from a right rotator cuff strain, per Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. While Vierling has resumed hitting and defensive drills, he still needs to build more shoulder strength before being cleared to throw.

Fantasy Impact

Still needing to strengthen his shoulder before starting to throw, Vierling remains weeks away from a potential return. His recovery from the rotator cuff strain appears slow, keeping him off the fantasy radar in most leagues.