Tarik Skubal sets record straight on ‘unprecedented’ injury rehab
Tarik Skubal, the Detroit Tigers' ace, is recovering from elbow surgery and has thrown a bullpen session ahead of schedule. Despite speculation about a quick return, Skubal emphasized the importance of being healthy over rushing back. The surgery he underwent was a non-invasive procedure that may contribute to a shorter rehabilitation period.
- ▪Tarik Skubal underwent elbow surgery on May 6 and has been recovering since.
- ▪He recently completed a bullpen session, leading to speculation about an early return.
- ▪Skubal stated that he prioritizes health over a fast comeback, emphasizing a day-by-day approach.
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MLB Tarik Skubal sets record straight on ‘unprecedented’ injury rehab By Ryan Giancola Published May 21, 2026, 5:10 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Tigers fans were given hope that injured ace Tarik Skubal could be back as soon as next week. The reigning American League Cy Young winner threw a bullpen session on Thursday, the third of his rehab schedule, leading to speculation he could return from elbow surgery well ahead of schedule. However, Skubal himself quickly debunked those theories. If you’re not in those conversation, I wouldn’t trust anything you see,” he said, per The Athletic. “Now, I get it. I want to be back as fast as I can, too. What’s going on right now is kind of unprecedented.
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