Jackson Jobe throws first bullpen in return from Tommy John surgery
Detroit Tigers right-hander Jackson Jobe completed his first bullpen session as part of his rehab program in recovery from Tommy John surgery.
ATLANTA ā Detroit Tigers right-hander Jackson Jobe has taken a big step in his return. The 23-year-old completed his first bullpen session Tuesday, April 28, as he continues his rehabilitation program after Tommy John surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. He isn't joining the Tigers anytime soon.
"He's well off into the future," manager A. J. Hinch said before Tuesday's opener of a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.
"But it's nice to see him change his program a little bit. " RILEY RAKES: This Tigers hitter is on an amazing two-week hot streak The Tigers hope Jobe will be available in August to pitch MLB innings. Before that happens, Jobe needs to complete an abundance of bullpen sessions, several live batting practice sessions and then five or six starts on a rehab assignment.
Only then will the Tigers be ready to decide whether to promote him to MLB or let him work in Triple-A. That decision is more than three months away. SPRING TRAINING: Jackson Jobe on track for 'important innings' in 2026 season Jobe hasn't pitched for the Tigers since May 28, 2025, the final of 10 starts in which he registered a 4.