Official Site of the Tigers · Jul 21, 2018
Aggravated Fulmer: "I was feeling healthy"
DETROIT -- Michael Fulmer's frustration over a left oblique strain that sent him to the 10-day disabled list was evident when he spoke with members of the media Saturday before the Tigers' game against the Red Sox at Comerica Park.
Fulmer was throwing a bullpen Friday when he felt discomfort in his oblique. He tried throwing another pitch, and that's when it cramped.
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"I know it hasn't been the best year for me," Fulmer said, "but the most aggravating thing for me is that I was feeling healthy. My arm has never felt better at this time during the year. Usually it gets fatigued around the All-Star break. This year I felt like I was staying strong."