Casey Mize left the Detroit Tigers' game against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, July 19 after being hit in the left hand by a sharp grounder from Jo Adell. In a 1-1 tie, the Tigers were forced to turn to Drew Anderson after Mize exited in the fourth inning.
Mize's outing ends early
Mize had worked 3⅓ innings before the injury interruption, allowing one run on five hits while striking out five and walking one. The right-hander was removed after manager A.J. Hinch came out of the dugout following the play.
The immediate concern for the Tigers was not just the injury itself, but the way it changed the pitching plan in a tied game. Any time a starter has to leave that early, the bullpen is suddenly carrying a much larger load, and that is exactly what happened here.
What it means for Detroit
Detroit have also recently seen Keider Montero move back into the starting rotation, which adds another layer to the team’s pitching picture. For now, though, the focus is on whether Mize can avoid a setback after taking the blow to his hand.
This is the kind of moment that can shape a game even before the final score is decided. If you want a broader look at Mize’s recent situation, see Casey Mize Returns, Tigers Game Ends in 4-2 Loss in Houston.
