Tigers right-hander Jordan Zimmermann discusses his team's expectations for upcoming season and his health at Comerica Park on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018.
Detroit Tigers right-handed pitcher Jordan Zimmermann is dealing with another injury, and his status to begin the season appears in limbo as Opening Day looms.
The 34-year-old was expected to start Friday's intrasquad scrimmage, but he wasn't able to pitch due to forearm tightness.
"We're gonna slow him down and get him checked out and go from there," manager Ron Gardenhire said. "Yeah, it is a worry, but we'll have to let everybody make the decisions for us.