Detroit Tigers reliever Alex Lange is making strides in his recovery from a significant right latissimus dorsi tendon injury. After a year-long absence from MLB action, Lange returned to throwing with optimism. Despite setbacks early in his rehab process, he remains focused on his goal of contributing to the Tigers' World Series aspirations in 2025. Lange’s motivation is palpable, stating, 'Those World Series rings are pretty big' and emphasizing a day-by-day approach to his recovery.

With a career 38.6% whiff rate, Lange's return could greatly enhance a Tigers bullpen that currently struggles to get batters to swing and miss. His ability to miss bats, combined with the current bullpen's contact-heavy strategy, could be pivotal as the team pushes for a postseason run. Lange's work ethic and commitment to improving his command will be crucial as he prepares for his next steps in rehabilitation.