The Detroit Tigers are riding a wave of hope this season, and outfielder Riley Greene has been a major reason why. But fans were caught off guard when the red-hot slugger was absent from the Game 1 lineup against Colorado in a crucial doubleheader. While the team said it was a “scheduled rest day,” the timing sparked immediate buzz. Greene has been on a tear, hitting .324 with 7 home runs in his last 15 games and serving as the emotional spark plug for Detroit’s lineup. “It’s just about managing wear and tear,” said Tigers manager A.J. Hinch. “He’ll be back for Game 2.” Still, fans are wary. Last season, Greene battled multiple injuries, and any hint of physical concern gets attention. In a season where every win counts, sitting a player with MVP-level momentum in a hitters’ paradise like Colorado seems risky. Tigers Twitter was ablaze, with one fan tweeting, “Give the man an IV and put him in the box!” While the Tigers won’t gamble with their star’s health, the incident reminds everyone just how vital Greene has become to Detroit’s rebuild. The second he returns to the lineup, all eyes will be watching.
Tigers Sit Riley Greene for Game 1 in Colorado Amidst Rising Momentum!
By Mikesportz
