Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty vs. Eddys Leonard, Tharyon Liranzo, Andrew Navigato in live batting practice Feb. 18, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida.

This is a 2025 photo of Jack Flaherty of the Detroit Tigers baseball team. This image reflects the Tigers active roster as of Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, when this image

A young Detroit Tigers pitcher is making a strong push to be a part of the opening day rotation, but the team must find a role for him regardless of him making the rotation.

Game notes: The Detroit Tigers close out their series with the Cleveland Guardians with a matinee Thursday at Comerica Park.