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Padres snag Casey Mize, Gage Workman in deadline trade

8/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On August 3 2026, the San Diego Padres acquired right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers at the deadline buzzer.
The deal also sent infielder Gage Workman to San Diego while Detroit received Kash Mayfield and Jackson Wolf.
Mize entered with a 4-6 record, 2.70 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 85 strikeouts in 86 2/3 innings.
The Athletic gave Detroit an A and the Padres an A-minus, noting Mayfield’s upside and Mize’s rental loss.

History

Historical Context

In December 1997 the Florida Marlins traded Kevin Brown to the San Diego Padres for Derrek Lee and prospects, giving San Diego a 2.38 ERA, 18-7 record pitcher who helped the club reach the 1998 World Series. The deal reflects the Padres’ use of arms for talent, a pattern repeated at the 2026 deadline when they acquired Casey Mize from Detroit for three prospects.

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Story summary

On August 3 2026, the San Diego Padres acquired right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers at the deadline buzzer.
The deal also sent infielder Gage Workman to San Diego while Detroit received Kash Mayfield and Jackson Wolf.
Mize entered with a 4-6 record, 2.70 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 85 strikeouts in 86 2/3 innings.
The Athletic gave Detroit an A and the Padres an A-minus, noting Mayfield’s upside and Mize’s rental loss.

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