Mize Struggles in Padres Debut After 11-Day Absence
Casey Mize lasted just 3.1 innings in his San Diego debut, allowing 5 runs on 9 hits after missing 11 days — raising durability questions.
Casey Mize made his Padres debut after an 11-day layoff but was removed after 3.1 innings having allowed 9 hits, 5 runs, and 3 walks. He generated only 2 swings and misses across 77 pitches, suggesting diminished stuff. He exited with two runners on base. The 11-day absence and poor performance may indicate an underlying health concern worth monitoring.
More on the Padres wire.
Casey Mize struggles prompt concern after career-worst outing
Padres starter Casey Mize is under scrutiny following his worst career start, seeking counsel from former Tigers teammate Tarik Skubal.
Mize Admits to Career-Worst Outing in Padres Debut
Casey Mize described his performance as embarrassing after a rough start that left San Diego in a difficult position early in the game.
Padres Crushed 10-4, Mize Struggles in Debut as Playoff Spot Hangs in Balance
San Diego's offense was nearly shut out by Mitch Bratt while Casey Mize's first start was a disappointment, raising stakes for the series finale.
Casey Mize Struggles in Padres Debut, Allows 8 Runs
Mize's first start for San Diego was historically bad, raising questions about his effectiveness as a trade acquisition.
Mize Roughed Up in Padres Debut: 8 Runs in 3.1 IP
Casey Mize's first start as a Padre was historically bad, surrendering 8 earned runs — the most by any pitcher in a Padres debut since 2017.
Bogaerts Back in Padres Lineup vs. D-backs
San Diego's Xander Bogaerts is back in the starting lineup for the Padres-Diamondbacks game at Chase Field.