When Parker Meadows felt a sharp twinge during the first game of spring training more than three months ago, he knew it was serious enough to alert a trainer. It soon became clear that the nerve issue would prevent Meadows from being ready for Opening Day.

Parker Meadows sparked the Detroit Tigers in his season debut after being sidelined by a nerve issue in his upper right arm, accounting for two hits and three runs scored.

CHICAGO — Parker Meadows had a big smile on his face. He had waited a long time for Monday night. Meadows sparked the Detroit Tigers in his season debut after being sidelined by a nerve issue in his upper right arm.