A.J. Hinch on Tarik Skubal injury: 'We're not canceling the season'

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The Detroit Tigers are experiencing life without left-hander Tarik Skubal . The reigning two-time American League Cy Young winner was scratched from his start Monday, May 4, against the Boston Red Sox at Comerica Park – and placed on the injured list with loose bodies in his left elbow, requiring surgery . There isn't a timetable for his return, but he is expected to miss multiple months before returning at some point in the 2026 season.

"It's a big test," said manager A. J. Hinch , whose Tigers entered Monday's series opener with an 18-17 record.

"You can't deny it's a big blow, but we're not canceling the season. We're going to play the games. " THE NEWS: Tarik Skubal to undergo surgery for loose bodies in left elbow In 2026, Skubal has a 2.