The Detroit Tigers decided to scratch right fielder Kerry Carpenter from their lineup against the Chicago White Sox due to ongoing tightness in his right hamstring. Manager A.J. Hinch emphasized the team's caution in this decision, noting Carpenter's recent performance, including a career-high three home runs in a game. Additionally, the Tigers made a roster change, optioning Dylan Smith to Triple-A Toledo while recalling Sawyer Gipson-Long, who is returning from an extended recovery from injury.
Kerry Carpenter was scratched from the lineup due to right hamstring tightness, with the team opting for caution despite his impressive performance earlier this week.
Manager A.J. Hinch confirmed Carpenter's hamstring had been bothering him and stated that the decision to sit him was purely precautionary.
Carpenter has made a significant impact, hitting a career-high three homers in a recent game while maintaining a .273 batting average with 27 RBIs.
The Tigers also reshuffled their roster, optioning Dylan Smith to Triple-A Toledo and welcoming back Sawyer Gipson-Long after injury setbacks.
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