Tigers lose to Astros as Perez injured in freak accident, Torres placed on IL

The Detroit Tigers suffered a 4-2 defeat to the Houston Astros on Wednesday while dealing with injuries to two key players. Outfielder Wenceel Perez was sidelined after sustaining a facial injury from a resistance band in the team's training room following Tuesday's game, according to Tigers manager A.J. Hinch. Second baseman Gleyber Torres was placed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to June 15 due to an oblique strain, marking his second stint on the IL this season after a similar injury in May. Torres has also dealt with oblique issues during the previous season.

Torres, a three-time All-Star, has been a productive bat for Detroit this season, batting .280 with four home runs and 18 RBIs. His absence further depleted the Tigers' lineup during the Houston matchup. In roster moves, Detroit reinstated right-hander Casey Mize from the injured list to start the game. However, Mize (4-2) struggled on the mound, allowing three runs and six hits over 4⅔ innings and taking the loss against the Astros.

The Tigers now face uncertainty regarding both players' availability in the coming days as they manage injuries in their lineup.