There are less than two weeks until the highly anticipated MLB trade deadline.
The Atlanta Braves figure to be an active team, at least in hindsight, as Atlanta continues to be linked to high-profile players thought to be available via trade. The Braves still hold a slight lead in the NL East, but every game is now increasingly important.
One potential trade candidate who really stands out for Atlanta is Casey Mize.
So, what would it take to land the Detroit Tigers‘ All-Star starter (who is an impending free agent)?
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Should the Braves Trade for Casey Mize?
GettyDETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 22: Casey Mize #12 of the Detroit Tigers pitches in the sixth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Comerica Park on April 22, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)
Casey Mize has had a phenomenal season to this point, and he could immediately slot in the Braves’ rotation as the second option.
Recently, Mize landed in the top 5 of MLB Trade Rumors.com’s ‘top 35 trade candidates’ for this cycle. Anthony Franco wrote:Â
“Detroit can and very likely would make Mize a qualifying offer if they hold him to the end of the season. Thatâd entitle them to at least a 2027 compensatory pick after Competitive Balance Round B, and itâd climb to a selection after the first round if Mize signed elsewhere for at least $50MM. A headlining prospect with some buzz at or near the back half of a Top 100 list is a reasonable ask.”
Alex Anthopoulos recently made a sports radio appearance talking about the team’s trade deadline plans, and while he didn’t give much away, he did note starting pitching remains at the forefront of the front office’s mind, as many Braves fans/analysts/insiders have been urging the team to go out and acquire a front-line starter for some time now.
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Looking at What a Trade Between the Braves-Tigers Could Look Like for Casey Mize
GettyARLINGTON, TEXAS – JULY 5: Casey Mize #12 of the Detroit Tigers pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field on July 5, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
The Atlanta Braves immediately stand out as a top option to acquire Casey Mize if the Tigers make him available.
He’s thought to be more available than Tarik Skubal at this very moment, but things are subject to change very quickly. However, Detroit is running out of time to figure out a more concrete deadline plan.
Here is what a trade could look like between the Tigers and Braves for Mize:
- Braves receive: RHP Casey Mize
- Tigers receive: prospects Owen Murphy and Jose Perdomo
That’s two top prospects in the Braves system, including #5 Murphy.
Casey Mize, as noted, is a free agent after the season’s end, so Atlanta may not want to break the bank for him, however, it’s very plausible that a bidding war could transpire among other interested clubs.
Mize is 4-6 this season with a 2.79 ERA, 82 K’s, and a WHIP of 1.03.
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