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Braves expected to pursue Casey Mize ahead of trade deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:18 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Braves expected to pursue Casey Mize ahead of trade deadline

Summary

The Atlanta Braves are anticipated to focus on acquiring starting pitching as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches on August 3. Analyst Mike Axisa predicted the Braves will target Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers. Mize, a former first overall pick, has been effective when healthy, posting a 2.70 ERA this season, although he is currently on the injured list due to a recurring groin issue. With the Tigers struggling in the playoff race, Mize has become a candidate for trade discussions. He acknowledged the possibility of making his last start for the Tigers this Friday.

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Status Watch

•Braves linked to Casey Mize as trade target
•Mize has 2.70 ERA in 16 starts this season
•Mize currently on injured list with groin issue
•Detroit not in playoff contention, increasing trade likelihood
•Braves seeking pitching help before trade deadline

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10:18 PMYahoo Sports — Braves Predicted to Acquire Former 1st-Overall Pick to Bolster Rotation

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The Atlanta Braves have a clear need for starting pitching help ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline.Atlanta has a clear need to bolster the rotation ahead of the deadline, and the Braves have been linked to several starters. So, ahead of the deadline, CBS Sports analyst Mike Axisa predicted Atlanta will acquire Casey Mize from […] The post Braves Predicted to Acquire Former 1st-Overall Pick to Bolster Rotation appeared first on HEAVY.
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