Gleyber Torres' Oblique Injury Prolongs Absence, Sparks Frustration for Tigers The Detroit Tigers continue to grapple with the prolonged absence of second baseman Gleyber Torres, whose left oblique strain has extended beyond initial expectations, leaving the team in a difficult position. Torres, 29, has not played since May 2, and remains on the 10-day injured list as he navigates a slow recovery. The injury has disrupted his swing mechanics, forcing the Tigers to wait for his return while struggling to maintain offensive momentum. Torres, who has been sidelined for over a month, recently described his frustration with the situation. During a doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles on May 24, he admitted that his inability to swing comfortably has been a major setback. "The last time I tried to swing, I didn't feel comfortable," he said. "We just want to get a few days off before getting back to swinging." His comments reflect the growing impatience within the team, as the Tigers have endured a brutal 17-game stretch marked by 15 losses since his injury. Before the injury, Torres was a key contributor to the Tigers' lineup, posting a .259 batting average with two home runs, 25 walks, and 22 strikeouts across 32 games. His on-base percentage of .389 ranked third on the team, and his overall .716 OPS highlighted his value as an offensive threat. Over the 2025-26 season, Torres has maintained a .364 on-base percentage, placing him 16th in Major League Baseball. His presence at the plate has been a critical factor in the Tigers' run-scoring efforts, and his absence has left a noticeable gap. Manager A.J. Hinch acknowledged the impact of Torres' absence, calling it a "culprit" in the team's struggles. "Everything changes when you lose someone of Gleyber's presence," Hinch said.#detroit_tigers #los_angeles_angels #comerica_park #gleyber_torres #a_j_hinch
Gleyber Torres Returns to Tigers, Faces Extended Rehab Delays Gleyber Torres has officially rejoined the Detroit Tigers in Baltimore, but his path to full recovery and return to the lineup has been extended beyond initial expectations. The three-time All-Star, who has been sidelined since May 4 due to a left oblique strain, returned to the team’s clubhouse this weekend, though his rehabilitation process has slowed, delaying his potential return to action. Torres revealed during a Sunday press conference that his recent time at the team’s complex in Lakeland, Florida, had been a mix of progress and frustration. While he noted that the initial phase of his rehab had gone well—describing the early days of swing work as “feeling good”—he admitted that attempts to increase his hitting intensity had led to discomfort. “We hit a couple days, feels good, but when we try to hit a little bit more, don’t feel any good,” Torres said. He emphasized that while his defensive skills and physical conditioning had improved, his inability to swing effectively remained a significant hurdle. Manager A.J. Hinch confirmed that Torres had not yet regained the ability to take full swings during rehab. The decision to grant him a four-day break from swing work was intended to allow additional healing, with hopes that he could resume batting practice by Tuesday when the Tigers return home. Hinch acknowledged the challenge of balancing Torres’ recovery with the team’s immediate needs, stating, “The hope is the break will allow additional healing that could see him get back into the batting cage.” Torres’ absence has had a measurable impact on the Tigers’ performance. Since his injury, Detroit has posted an MLB-worst .#detroit_tigers #baltimore_orioles #gleyber_torres #a_j_hinch #toledo_mud_hens
