Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Casey Mize

How Casey Mize built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Casey Mize is a professional baseball pitcher for the Detroit Tigers. He was the first overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft, selected by the Tigers. Mize played college baseball at Auburn University before entering the MLB.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: Freshman Season

In 2016, during his freshman year, Casey Mize appeared in 16 games, started in 7, and had a 2-5 record with a 3.52 ERA and 59 strikeouts.

2017: Sophomore Season

In 2017, Casey Mize pitched in 13 games as a sophomore, starting 12, and achieved an 8-2 record with a 2.04 ERA, 109 strikeouts, and only nine walks.

March 9, 2018: Throws a No-Hitter

On March 9, 2018, Casey Mize threw a no-hitter against the Northeastern Huskies, marking the ninth no-hitter in Auburn program history.

June 25, 2018: Signs with Detroit Tigers

On June 25, 2018, Casey Mize signed with the Detroit Tigers, receiving a $7.5 million signing bonus, and made his professional debut with the Gulf Coast Tigers.

2018: Drafted by Detroit Tigers

In 2018, Casey Mize was selected as the first overall pick in the MLB draft by the Detroit Tigers. He previously played college baseball for the Auburn Tigers.

2019: Invited to Spring Training and promoted to Erie SeaWolves

In 2019, Casey Mize was invited to spring training by the Tigers. After starting the season with Lakeland and posting a 0.35 ERA over four starts, Mize was promoted to the Erie SeaWolves. In his first start for Erie, he tossed a no-hitter in a 1-0 victory over the Altoona Curve.

August 19, 2020: MLB Debut

On August 19, 2020, Casey Mize was promoted to the major leagues by the Tigers and made his MLB debut against the Chicago White Sox. He pitched 4 1/3 innings, allowing three earned runs and striking out seven, resulting in a no-decision.

March 26, 2021: Named to Starting Rotation

On March 26, 2021, Tigers manager A. J. Hinch announced that Casey Mize would be in the Tigers starting rotation to begin the 2021 season.

2022: Season-Ending Tommy John Surgery

In 2022, Casey Mize began the season as the No. 2 starter but had his season cut short due to Tommy John surgery.

2023: Recovery from Tommy John Surgery

In 2023, Casey Mize did not pitch in a professional game as he continued his recovery from Tommy John surgery.

November 2024: Tigers Decline Option

In November 2024, the Tigers declined Casey Mize's $3.1 million option for the 2025 season, making Mize arbitration eligible.

2024: Makes Opening Day Roster

In 2024, Casey Mize made the Tigers' Opening Day roster as part of their rotation and finished the season with a 2–6 record, 4.49 ERA and 78 strikeouts.