Tigers' Zumaya, Rodney to recover from shoulder injuries on DL

DETROIT -- Joel Zumaya and Fernando Rodney were placed on the disabled list Sunday by the Detroit Tigers, whose banged-up middle relief is a concern heading into the season.

Zumaya is recovering from shoulder surgery and is expected to be sidelined until midseason. Rodney also has a shoulder injury.

Detroit also put right-hander Jordan Tata (hand) and catcher Vance Wilson (elbow) on the DL; optioned left-handed pitcher Clay Rapada to Triple-A Toledo; and put right-hander Francisco Cruceta on the restricted list.

Right-hander Aquilino Lopez and outfielder Clete Thomas made the Tigers' opening day roster. Lopez's contract was purchased from Toledo and Thomas' from Double-A Erie.

Detroit hosts Kansas City in its season opener Monday.