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, selected first overall in the 2018 MLB draft. He played college baseball at Auburn University before joining the Tigers. Mize was named an All-Star in 2025, marking a significant achievement in his MLB career.
2016: Freshman Season
In 2016, as a freshman, Casey Mize appeared in 16 games with 7 starts. He went 2–5 with a 3.52 ERA and 59 strikeouts.
2017: Sophomore Season
In 2017, during his sophomore year, Mize pitched in 13 games with 12 starts, achieving an 8–2 record with a 2.04 ERA, 109 strikeouts, and only nine walks. He also played for the United States collegiate national team during the summer.
March 9, 2018: Threw a no-hitter against Northeastern Huskies
On March 9, 2018, Casey Mize threw a no-hitter against the Northeastern Huskies, marking the ninth in program history.
June 25, 2018: Signed with the Detroit Tigers
On June 25, 2018, Casey Mize signed with the Detroit Tigers, receiving a $7.5 million signing bonus. He debuted professionally with the Gulf Coast Tigers and was later promoted to the Lakeland Flying Tigers.
2018: Drafted first overall by Detroit Tigers
In 2018, Casey Mize was selected by the Detroit Tigers as the first overall pick in the MLB draft.
2019: Invited to spring training
In 2019, Mize was invited to spring training as a non-roster player. He started the season with Lakeland and was later promoted to Erie SeaWolves.
August 19, 2020: MLB debut with the Detroit Tigers
On August 19, 2020, Casey Mize was promoted to the major leagues by the Detroit Tigers and made his MLB debut against the Chicago White Sox, pitching 4+1⁄3 innings.
March 26, 2021: Named to Tigers starting rotation
On March 26, 2021, Casey Mize was announced to be in the Tigers starting rotation to begin the 2021 season.
2022: Season-ending Tommy John surgery
In 2022, Mize began the season as the No. 2 starter but his season ended prematurely after it was revealed he needed Tommy John surgery.
November 2024: Tigers declined Mize's option
In November 2024, the Tigers declined Casey Mize's $3.1 million option for the 2025 season, making him arbitration eligible.
2024: Made Tigers' Opening Day roster
In 2024, Casey Mize made the Tigers' Opening Day roster, starting the season as the team's number five starter.
January 9, 2025: Agreed to contract with Tigers
On January 9, 2025, the Tigers and Casey Mize agreed to a one-year, $2.34 million contract, avoiding arbitration.
2025: 2025 Season Stats
For the 2025 season, Mize posted a 14–6 record, with a 3.87 ERA and 139 strikeouts in 149 innings pitched.
2025: Added velocity to splitter
In 2025, Casey Mize added velocity to his splitter, frequently throwing it at 90 MPH (145 KPH) or higher.
2025: Named to All-Star game
In 2025, Casey Mize was named to his first All-Star game.
2025: Tigers Declined Mize's Option
In November 2024, the Tigers declined Casey Mize's $3.1 million option for the 2025 season, making him arbitration eligible.
January 6, 2026: Agreed on contract with Tigers
On January 6, 2026, the Tigers and Mize agreed on a one-year, $6.15 million contract, avoiding arbitration.
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