Tigers Scratch Casey Mize From Friday Start
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Key Points:
- Tigers right-hander Casey Mize was scratched from his scheduled start to preserve his health ahead of Monday’s trade deadline, signaling Detroit's readiness to sell players.
- Detroit, previously lingering near the AL Wild Card race, has dropped four of five games recently, including losing a 7-0 lead, increasing the likelihood of a deadline sell-off.
- Tarik Skubal remains the Tigers’ most notable trade asset, but Mize, with a strong 2.70 ERA and a career-best 24.9% strikeout rate, is also an attractive target for other teams.
- Mize’s recent six-inning, one-run performance against the Royals may be his final outing for Detroit, mirroring the team’s approach with Jack Flaherty before his trade earlier in the season.
- Mize has faced injury challenges this season, including multiple IL stints for a right adductor issue and a recent hand injury, but has managed to return to the mound effectively.
