Tigers to hold Casey Mize back until after trade deadline
The Detroit News • • sports
Key Points:
- Detroit Tigers scratched pitcher Casey Mize from his scheduled start Friday against the Athletics amid trade deadline considerations, with the team pushing his next start to after Monday’s deadline.
- Mize, not injured and still with the team, expressed frustration at not being able to compete but remains committed, acknowledging the uncertainty as trade talks continue.
- Manager A.J. Hinch highlighted the emotional challenges and day-to-day changes around the trade deadline, noting the decision was organizational and situational.
- The Tigers used a bullpen game Friday with Tyler Holton as opener and called up Enmanuel De Jesus from Triple-A Toledo to support the bullpen.
- Upcoming matchup details: Left-hander Framber Valdez will start for the Tigers against right-hander Jack Perkins of the Athletics, with the game scheduled for Saturday night at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.
