The Detroit Tigers started Tyler Holton as an opener against the Philadelphia Phillies, with Keider Montero taking over for bulk innings. Spencer Turnbull, facing his former team, left the game early due to a shoulder issue. Gregory Soto replaced him, and further evaluation is planned for Turnbull's injury.
Spencer Turnbull felt "a little grab" in his right shoulder on his second-to-last pitch in the third inning. He will undergo further evaluation Thursday, but he didn't appear to be concerned. He joked that he can't seem to stay healthy in Detroit.
Spencer Turnbull was not overly concerned about what he described as "a little grab" at the back of his shoulder. The Phillies will do more testing. Rob Thomson indicated Michael Mercado could step into the rotation if needed. You already heard all of this on TV.
It appears as if something has happened to Spencer Turnbull because he's out of the game after 36 pitches in three innings. Phillies had planned for around 70. Gregory Soto enters in the fourth.
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Tigers will start Tyler Holton today as an opener vs. Phillies. Keider Montero will get the bulk innings. Spencer Turnbull starts for Philly against his former teammates.