The Detroit Tigers optioned Spencer Turnbull to Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday.
The 30-year-old right-handed starter, who has been recovering from neck discomfort, completed the final start of his rehab assignment Tuesday in Triple-A Toledo before the 30-day window expired. Less than 24 hours later, the Tigers officially reinstated him from the 60-day injured list and demoted him.
He posted a 6.75 ERA in six rehab starts.
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Turnbull, who showed up to Comerica Park on Wednesday, learned of the Tigers' decision to option him to Triple-A Toledo roughly two hours before Wednesday's 1:10 p.