Tigers scratch Casey Mize from start as trade deadline approaches

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Tigers scratch Casey Mize from start as trade deadline approaches
Summary

The Detroit Tigers have removed Casey Mize from his scheduled start against the Athletics on July 31 in West Sacramento. This decision comes as a precaution ahead of the trade deadline. If Mize is not traded, he is expected to pitch against Seattle on August 4. The Tigers, positioned to make significant roster changes, will use a bullpen game in place of Mize’s start. Tarik Skubal remains a top trade asset, while Mize, having a career season, is also seen as valuable. The team is exploring possible trades for other players, including second baseman Gleyber Torres.

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  • •Mize scratched from start against Athletics on July 31.
  • •Tigers will pitch a bullpen game instead.
  • •If not traded, Mize will face Seattle on August 4.
  • •Tarik Skubal remains a sought-after player.
  • •Gleyber Torres could also attract trade interest.
Latest Updates
  • 3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Scott Harris talks trading Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize and more
  • 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — Casey Mize Gets Brutally Honest After Tigers Scratch Him With Trade Deadline Approaching
  • 2:34 AMYahoo Sports — Casey Mize Opens Up About Being Pulled From Start Ahead of Trade Deadline
  • 12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Why Tigers’ Casey Mize was ‘frustrated’ about scratch despite swirling trade rumors
  • 2:56 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers scratch Casey Mize ahead of start as trade deadline precaution
  • 2:52 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Tigers Scratch Casey Mize From Friday Start - MLB Trade Rumors
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The next several days are going to be critical in the overall direction of the Detroit Tigers, who could very well choose to move on from ace starting pitcher Tarik Skubal, the back to back American League Cy Young Award Winner.But while that’s yet to be decided by Tigers President of Baseball Operations Scott Harris, […] The post Casey Mize Gets Brutally Honest After Tigers Scratch Him With Trade Deadline Approaching appeared first on HEAVY.

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LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – The Tigers traded standout pitchers Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize ahead of Monday’s trade deadline. Both are set to be free agents this offseason and were selected in the 2018 MLB Draft. Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris spoke to the media on Monday evening about the decision to move […]

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Casey Mize admitted he was upset after the Tigers scratched him from Friday’s start to protect against a potential trade. The right-hander now waits to learn whether his next appearance will come for Detroit or a contender.

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