All articles tagged with #player recovery
Justin Verlander is on track to pitch in his final regular-season series against the Pirates, having reached 93 mph in a simulated session. Jack Flaherty also progressed in rehab, while Wenceel Pérez will not return this season. The Tigers, missing the playoffs, prioritize a proper sendoff for their legend.
Scoot Henderson will be out 4-8 weeks due to a torn hamstring, which could impact his development and Portland's season, especially given the team's limited point guard depth. While recovery is possible, the injury's severity and timing pose significant risks to Henderson's progress and the team's prospects.
Angel City FC defender Savy King, who collapsed on the field due to a heart abnormality, credits her medical team for saving her life and expects to make a full recovery and return to play, despite the incident drawing criticism and prompting league policy changes.
The Detroit Lions, currently leading the NFL with an 11-1 record, are hopeful about the return of several key players from injured reserve as the playoffs approach. Aidan Hutchinson, recovering from a tibia/fibula fracture, may return for the Super Bowl, while Alex Anzalone and Kalif Raymond are expected back by the playoffs. Jalen Reeves-Maybin and Ennis Rakestraw have uncertain return timelines, and Ifeatu Melifonwu's multiple injuries make his return unlikely. Long-term injuries for John Cominsky, Derrick Barnes, Malcolm Rodriguez, Marcus Davenport, and Kyle Peko suggest they won't return this season. Brodric Martin and Emmanuel Moseley have recently rejoined the active roster.