Detroit Tigers right-hander Spencer Turnbull completed a 21-pitch bullpen session, mixing fastballs, sliders and changeups, before Wednesday's game against the Oakland Athletics at Comerica Park.
It marked the first "real bullpen" in his throwing program. The 30-year-old, who missed the entire 2022 season recovering from Tommy John surgery, is recovering from neck discomfort, which has kept him on the injured list since May 7.
"The neck feels fine," Turnbull said, "but it's building up arm strength and figuring out the timing. Doesn't feel too bad."
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