Detroit Tigers fans are known for their passion and loyalty, and that spirit was on full display this weekend after injury scares to two of the team’s key players, Javier “Javy” Báez and ace pitcher Tarik “Skub” Skubal.
During Friday’s matchup against the Miami Marlins, Báez was forced to leave the game after fouling a pitch off his face, while Skubal exited early with tightness in his left side. Though early reports indicated both players avoided serious injury, their sudden exits left Tigers Nation holding its breath.
One passionate fan took to social media to write what quickly spread across the Detroit baseball community — a heartfelt prayer message for the two stars.
“Dear Lord, please watch over Javy and Skub,” the fan’s post began. “Give Javy strength to heal from his scary hit, and ease the pain for Skub so he can get back on the mound. These two are the heart of our team, and Detroit needs their fight, their energy, and their love for the game.”
The message closed with words that resonated deeply among fellow Tigers supporters: “Keep them safe, keep them strong, and let them know that an entire city is behind them.”
The prayer quickly drew hundreds of shares and comments, with fans echoing the sentiment and offering their own words of encouragement. Some even tagged Báez and Skubal directly, hoping the players would see the outpouring of support.
As of the latest updates, Skubal is expected to make his next scheduled start, while Báez was listed day-to-day and avoided serious injury. Still, the incident served as a reminder of how much these players mean to the Tigers faithful.
For many in Detroit, it’s about more than just wins and losses — it’s about community, resilience, and unwavering support for the athletes who wear the Old English “D.”
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