Breaking: Tigers Slugger's Shocking Injury Update Ahead of ALDS Game 5

The Detroit Tigers are crossing their fingers that slugger Kerry Carpenter can come off the bench in Saturday's decisive Game 5 of the AL Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians despite dealing with a hamstring injury.

Carpenter suffered the injury while running the bases in Game 3 of the series, causing concern among fans and the team. As the Tigers struggle to overcome the setback, they are counting on Carpenter to make a possible appearance as a pinch-hitter in the crucial game.

According to sources close to the team, Carpenter has been undergoing intense treatment to accelerate his recovery. While the injury has left him questionable for the starting lineup, the Tigers are exploring all possibilities of utilizing his powerful bat off the bench.

'Kerry has been working hard to get back to full strength,' said a Tigers spokesperson. 'We are optimistic that he will be able to contribute in some capacity on Saturday.'

The Tigers will be relying on a mix of medical evaluation and Carpenter's own assessment of his condition to make a final decision on his role in Game 5. With the series tied at 2-2, the stakes are high, and the Tigers need all hands on deck to secure a spot in the AL Championship Series.

While Carpenter's injury has created some uncertainty for the Tigers, they are confident in the abilities of their other hitters to step up and deliver when needed. However, the potential return of their star slugger would undoubtedly provide a much-needed boost to their offense.

'We're keeping our fingers crossed that Kerry will be able to make an impact in Game 5,' said Tigers manager A.J. Hinch. 'His presence in the lineup has been invaluable all season, and we hope he can help us secure a win on Saturday.'

As the Tigers prepare for the do-or-die showdown against the Guardians, they can only hope that Carpenter's injury will not keep him sidelined for too long. With the baseball world watching, the Tigers are determined to push through the adversity and emerge victorious in the ALDS.