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When Casey Mize was selected first overall in 2018, Detroit Tigers fans thought they had their future ace. Fast forward a few years, and we are left with more questions than answers about Mize.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 8

Tigers Need Casey Mize to Live Up to His Hype by Producing Elite Outing in Game 4

When the Detroit Tigers selected Casey Mize with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 draft, they undoubtedly believed they were getting a future ace. After all, what he did during his amateur career was special, with him dominating the high school ranks before having a great career at Auburn.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / October 8

Tigers ask Casey Mize to save season vs. Mariners

DETROIT -- A year ago, Detroit pitcher Casey Mize was told that he was not going to be on the Tigers' roster for the American League Division Series. On Wednesday, the Tigers will call upon the former No.

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MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 6

Tigers Name Starting Pitchers for Home Games in ALDS Against Mariners

The Detroit Tigers have set their starting pitchers for Game 3 and Game 4 of the American League Division Series against the Seattle Mariners. Game 3 is set for Tuesday at Comerica Park.

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Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Tigers Flip The Script In The ALDS

Hinch sets Jack Flaherty for Game 3 and Casey Mize for Game 4 Flaherty on regular rest to preserve rhythm and execution Mize gets an extra day to sharpen the splitter and routine work Comerica’s space fits Flaherty’s fly-ball lean; bullpen shadows third trip Plan stays flexible: quick hooks, matchup pockets, no overexposure A.J.

MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 1

Costly Mistakes Doom Tigers in Game 2 to Set Up Wild Card Finale Against Guardians

The Detroit Tigers left some meat on the bone in Game 1 of the Wild Card matchup against the Cleveland Guardians, but thankfully their superstar ace Tarik Skubal made up for it with his historic outing.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 30

Benched last year, Tigers' Casey Mize can close out Guardians

CLEVELAND -- Casey Mize does not have fond memories of the Detroit Tigers' 2024 playoff run because he didn't pitch in a game. The right-hander will make his postseason debut Wednesday afternoon as the Tigers attempt to sweep the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of their American League wild-card series.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30

Tigers news: Pitcher reacts to making Wild Card roster after missing postseason last year

The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians are about to get started in their American League Wild Card series, and to no one’s surprise, Detroit will give the ball to Tarik Skubal in Game 1.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 3

Casey Mize looks to regain past form as Tigers host Mets

Casey Mize made the American League All-Star team this season, but he hasn't pitched like a star in his past eight outings. The Detroit Tigers right-hander will try once again to regain his early-season form in the finale of a three-game home series against the New York Mets on Wednesday afternoon.

Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 22

Casey Mize seeks 4th straight August win as Tigers face Royals

All-Star Casey Mize will look to extend his August winning streak to four as the Detroit Tigers open a three-game home series against the Kansas City Royals on Friday.

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Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / July 11

Casey Mize Becomes Sixth Tigers Player Named to AL All-Star Roster

Detroit Tigers’ starting pitcher Casey Mize has been added to the American League roster for the upcoming All-Star Game, becoming the sixth Tigers player to join the Midsummer Classic.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 23

Tigers Boss Says Casey Mize Not Injured Despite Being Pulled From Start

The Detroit Tigers seemingly caught a major break after it looked like the sky may have been falling on Sunday afternoon with another injury to the pitching staff.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 22

Detroit Tigers Pitcher Casey Mize Leaves Game After Velocity Drops

Detroit Tigers fans saw an unpleasant development unfold during Sunday's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays. In the bottom of the sixth inning, starting pitcher Casey Mize left the game with trainers after Junior Caminero hit a single off of him in the first at-bat of the frame.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 6

Did Detroit Tigers Resurgent Veteran Have Comeback Campaign Derailed By Injury?

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Detroit Tigers News / Last Word On Sports / May 25

Casey Mize Returns From 15-Day IL; Rejoins Tigers Powerful Starting Rotation

After missing two starts with a right hamstring injury, right-handed starter Casey Mize made his return to the mound today for the Detroit Tigers and didn’t miss a beat.

Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 7

Casey Mize shines for Tigers, gets first win at Comerica Park since 2021

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Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / April 3

Casey Mize Looks Like the Pitcher That Made Him Go First Overall

Around this time last year, the talk around Casey Mize was completely different. The No. 1 overall pick from 2018 was returning to the mound having pitched just 10 innings over the past two seasons and was looking to lock down the final rotation spot.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / March 13

Casey Mize is Now Throwing 106 MPH For the Detroit Tigers According to Graphics Mistake

Fighting to make the Detroit Tigers starting rotation, right-hander Casey Mize has apparently upped his velocity to 106 MPH. At least that's according to the scorebug graphic that was present in his outing on Wednesday...

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / March 12

Detroit Tigers Pitcher Casey Mize Continues Dominant Spring Training Streak

Casey Mize has had an up-and-down career since the Detroit Tigers picked him No. 1 overall in the 2018 MLB Draft, but 2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for the right-hander.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4, 2024

Tigers Decline Option On Casey Mize, Retain Club Control Via Arbitration

The Tigers declined their $3.1MM option on Casey Mize. That’s a procedural transaction, as Mize does not have the requisite six years of service to become a free agent.

Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / April 22, 2024

Tigers’ Casey Mize’s Comeback is More than Just a Good Story

After being selected first overall in the 2018 draft, Casey Mize was viewed as the next Detroit Tigers ace. Calling him a savior would be unfair, but with losing seasons pilling the Detroit faithful were stuck looking into the future and dreaming of brighter days.

MLB News / The Forkball / April 3, 2024

Detroit Tigers vs New York Mets: Casey Mize Returns!

The Detroit Tigers were able to secure a victory in the 10th inning on Monday night, demonstrating perseverance. They are currently one of only two undefeated teams in the American League.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22, 2024

Tigers finalize starting rotation

The Tigers announced Friday that they’ve optioned right-hander Matt Manning to Triple-A Toledo. That ends the three-horse race for the final two spots in manager A.J. Hinch’s rotation.

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