Central Michigan alumnus Dietrich Enns spent 2,877 days waiting for another MLB start and 1,371 days waiting for another MLB game, including the past three years pitching in Asia.

Enns is listed as the starting pitcher for the finale of the Tigers’ three-game series this week in Washington against the Nationals. Right-hander Jack Flaherty will start the opener on Tuesday, while Wednesday’s game remains officially listed as “TBD.”

Lefty Dietrich Enns’ last big-league appearance was Sept. 24, 2021. He’s traveled a long, long road to get back. And he certainly made the most of his return. "It feels great," the 34-year-old Central Michigan product said after allowing one hit over five impressive innings Thursday,