Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (28) reacts as a ball bounces off his bat during the second inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) APCLEVELAND -- Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez has been scratched from Tuesday’s starting lineup due to neck stiffness. The Detroit Tigers (85-71) play the Cleveland Guardians (84-72) on Tuesday at 6:40 p.m. at Progressive Field in a series that could settle the American League Central. Javier Báez has been scratched due to neck stiffness. Updated lineup ⤵️ https://t.co/Fls4JNRQox pic.twitter.com/9NRBX9CSs7 — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) September 23, 2025With the left-handed Sweeney in the lineup, Zach McKinstry, also a left-handed hitter, moved up to bat seventh in the new lineup.