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Javier Báez starts rehab stint for Detroit Tigers; Casey Mize optimistic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 12:12 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Javier Báez starts rehab stint for Detroit Tigers; Casey Mize optimistic

Summary

Javier Báez is scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment on July 21 with Class-A Lakeland after being out since April 28 with an ankle injury. Meanwhile, Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize expressed optimism regarding his recent groin issue, which forced an early exit during a game against the Los Angeles Angels. Mize indicated he feels good and will take his recovery day by day. Right-hander Jackson Jobe is expected to pitch another rehab game with Double-A Erie this weekend after a successful outing where he struck out three batters in three innings.

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Status Watch

•Báez has been sidelined since April 28 due to an ankle injury.
•Mize left a game early due to a groin issue but felt optimistic afterward.
•Mize owns a 2.79 ERA this season despite his minor injury.
•Jobe is scheduled for another rehab start with Double-A Erie this weekend.
•Mize aims to reevaluate his status daily as recovery progresses.

Latest Updates

12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers injury update: Javier Báez (ankle) starting rehab stint

What they're saying

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Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize isn't worried about his left wrist or his groin, a day after leaving his start against the LA Angels early.
— Yahoo Sports

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