DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers have recalled veteran third baseman Brandon Inge from Triple-A Toledo and he will join the team for Saturday's game against the Cleveland Indians.

Inge primarily will be used when the Tigers oppose a left-handed starting pitcher, manager Jim Leyland said after tonight's 4-1 win over the Indians, which means he could start in his first game back. The Indians have left-hander David Huff scheduled to pitch Saturday.

The Tigers sent outfielder Andy Dirks to Toledo to make room on the 25-man roster. Leyland said Dirks "definitely" will be back when active roster limits expand to 40 on Sept. 1.