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Detroit Tigers closer Kenley Jansen exited the team's game on Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Angels with an apparent injury. Jansen left the game after starter Casey Mize exited earlier in the contest . Despite the injury concerns, Detroit was able to earn a 4-0 victory. However, Jansen was placed on the 15-day injured list on Thursday due to pelvic inflammation, the team announced. Left-handed pitcher Drew Sommers was recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding move.
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Jansen has had some good moments with the Tigers this year, but he holds an overall 4.80 ERA. He has recorded seven saves as well. The Tigers will certainly miss Jansen amid his injury absence. They will need to find a way to replace his production late in games.
Injuries have been a concern for this Tigers ball club all season long. The team does not want to make excuses, but their concerning amount of injuries has surely played a role in their overall underperformance.
The Tigers, who expected to compete before the 2026 MLB season, are set to enter their game on Thursday afternoon against the Angels with a 22-34 overall record. Detroit is tied with the Kansas City Royals for fourth place in the American League West standings right now.
Detroit is currently playing the Angels in the final contest of a three-game series. The series is tied 1-1 at the moment as the Tigers look to clinch a 2-1 victory at home.
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Meanwhile, the ball club will continue to monitor and provide updates on Kenley Jansen 's injury status as they are made available.
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