Braves were reportedly “linked” to Casey Mize at 2026 Trade Deadline

The Atlanta Braves were reportedly linked to right-handed pitcher Casey Mize around the August 2026 Trade Deadline, according to Gabe Burns of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The report noted that Atlanta's interest in Mize was ultimately overstated, though the club also monitored fellow right-hander Nick Pivetta. Both pitchers are entering free agency as the Braves explore rotation upgrades.

Mize was traded from the Detroit Tigers to the San Diego Padres at the deadline, struggling to a 7.42 ERA in 10 starts. Meanwhile, Pivetta posted a 2.86 ERA across eight starts for San Diego while battling a right flexor strain. Demetrius Bell suggests both pitchers could fit general manager Alex Anthopoulos' preference for short-term free-agent deals.