The Detroit Tigers have been anxiously awaiting the return of outfielder Matt Vierling, from injury. It appears they may have to wait longer than expected.

“Matt Vierling (left oblique strain) has been shut down from his rehab assignment. He is undergoing further medical evaluation,” Detroit Free Press writer Evan Petzold wrote Tuesday on X, formerly Twitter.

Tigers management is trying to remain positive, as there aren't clear answers yet on what may happen.

“I'll stop short of staying it's a setback because I don't know that yet,” Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said, “but it clearly slowed down our plan for him.”

The slugger is dealing with an oblique strain. Vierling has a .239 batting average this season with one home run. He hasn't played since early August. Vierling is known as a

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