Michael Fulmer recommended for Tommy John surgery, season likely over

DETROIT (AP/WJBK) - The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that pitcher Michael Fulmer has been recommended to have season-ending Tommy John surgery.

On March 14th, Manager Ron Gardenhire announced he would not pitch in games in the near future, focusing on lower-body mechanics.

The team statement released on Tuesday read:

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