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Casey Mize defends Tarik Skubal regarding espresso machine relocation

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Casey Mize defends Tarik Skubal regarding espresso machine relocation

Summary

Tarik Skubal faced public criticism after transporting a $10,000 espresso machine from Detroit to Los Angeles following his trade to the Dodgers. The pitcher, who acquired the equipment for the Tigers clubhouse early in the 2026 season, stated that his wife Jessica encouraged the move due to the high cost of the machine. Casey Mize, a former teammate now with the Padres, recently supported the decision in comments to the media. Mize explained that he and Skubal had sought better coffee options during spring training before Skubal purchased the professional-grade unit. According to Mize, the machine was only fully operational for about a month before the trade deadline. Skubal is scheduled to reach free agency at the conclusion of the 2026 season.

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•Tarik Skubal moved a $10,000 espresso machine from Detroit to Los Angeles after his trade.
•The machine was originally purchased for the Tigers clubhouse in 2026.
•Casey Mize stated the relocation was reasonable given the cost and effort to set up the machine.
•Tarik Skubal will become a free agent after the 2026 season ends.

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11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Tarik Skubal’s former teammate defends Dodgers star amid espresso machine controversy

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Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers tenure was hit with controversy last month. It was reported that the two-time Cy Young winner took his espresso machine from Detroit that he had bought for...
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