Monday was a very special night for Detroit Tigers‘ second-year pitcher Casey Mize as he picked up his first Major League win after dominating the Houston Astros for seven innings. Following the game, according to Detroit News beat writer Chris McCosky, Mize’s teammates doused him with “beer, orange juice, baby powder and baby oil.” “I … Read more
On Monday night, the Detroit Tigers were in Houston to take on the Astros and second year pitcher Casey Mize stole the show by tossing seven scoreless innings before Tigers manager AJ Hinch went to the bullpen. In his seven strong innings of work, Mize made Astros hitters look silly time and time again as … Read more
Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize earned a spot in Detroit’s starting rotation to begin the 2021 season and made his first appearance on the mound this afternoon. He looked every bit the part, striking out the side to kick off the proceedings and eventually earning four strikeouts on the afternoon while allowing a single run. … Read more
On Tuesday afternoon, second-year pitcher Casey Mize will make his first start of the 2021 season when the Detroit Tigers host the Minnesota Twins at Comerica Park. Prior to the game, Tigers manager Casey Mize spoke to reporters and he revealed what he told Mize in advance of the game. ”I hope this is the … Read more
UPDATE: According to manager AJ Hinch, Casey Mize will start the 2021 season in the Detroit Tigers starting rotation while Michael Fulmer will start in the bullpen. A.J. Hinch also announced that Casey Mize will start the season in the starting rotation and Michael Fulmer will be in the bullpen. — Evan Woodbery (@evanwoodbery) March … Read more
The Detroit Tigers improved to 2-1 in Grapefruit League play, earning a 6-1 decision over the Pittsburgh Pirates this afternoon at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. RHP Casey Mize made his debut, throwing 45 pitches in an abbreviated start and earned two strikeouts (three walks) while not giving up any hits. “It felt great, and … Read more
If you can believe it, baseball is right around the corner. Detroit Tigers pitchers and catchers have reported to Lakeland, FL and the first full-squad workout will be held next week. And if the early report from new manager A.J. Hinch regarding team pitching is any indication, Tigers fans should feel fortunate. After stating that … Read more
Fans of the Detroit Tigers are pining for the days when their baseball team was “must-see” TV and could be expected to compete every season. If their prospect pool is any indication, we should be able to look forward to those days in short order. The Tigers just so happen to lead all Major League … Read more
Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila was interviewed this evening on 97.1 The Ticket, during which he covered a range of subjects – including the status of the team’s young prospects. For now, the anticipaation is for No. 1 overall draft selection Spencer Torkelson to begin the year with High-A West Michigan, while Riley Greene … Read more
The Detroit Tigers made things official in October, hiring A.J. Hinch as their new manager following the retirement of Ron Gardenhire near the end of the 2020 regular season. The move has garnered positive reaction from the likes of former Tigers manager Jim Leyland and former ace Justin Verlander, as well as players on the … Read more
It’s certainly not a surprise to anyone in the Motor City to see 2020 1st overall Draft Selection Spencer Torkelson solidly in 1st place in the latest edition of Baseball America’s Top Ten Prospect rankings. However, one notable switch took place. Embed from Getty Images Pitcher Tarik Skubal leapfrogged fellow pitching prospect Casey Mize after … Read more
The Detroit Tigers (22-33) have three games remaining on their schedule (potentially five should they play a double-header vs. the Cardinals), and their 2021 Draft placing will soon be determined. Every team’s placing in the draft order will be determined by this year’s results alone, rather than a combination of this season and last season. … Read more
It wasn’t the potentially final game of the season that Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mizee had envisioned. Mize gave up six runs and five hits in 4 2/3 innings Wednesday night against the Minnesota Twins, finishing his rookie campaign with a 6.99 ERA. However, the 1st overall pick in 2018 isn’t letting it get to … Read more
The Detroit Tigers are set to play their final game of their series against the division rival Minnesota Twins tonight at Target Field. Embed from Getty Images Pitcher Casey Mize will be getting the start on the mound, which could be his last start of the season. The only way that it won’t be his … Read more
Well, we missed out on some history tonight. Embed from Getty Images In only his 5th career start, Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize took a no-hitter into the 6th inning tonight against the Chicago White Sox. He ultimately lost his bid at the record books after Yolmer Sanchez hit a single to right field. His … Read more
After taking both games of Saturday’s doubleheader, the Detroit Tigers, who will have Casey Mize on the mound, will look to complete the sweep over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon. Following Sunday’s game, the Tigers will set their sites on the Milwaukee Brewers, who they will face on Tuesday and Wednesday. On Sunday, the … Read more
