Báez, Mize injured in Tigers' 5-2 loss to Braves in opener
The Detroit Tigers lost 5-2 to the Atlanta Braves in the series opener, suffering injuries to key players Javier Báez and Casey Mize. Mize exited in the third inning with a right groin strain, while Báez was carted off after rolling his right ankle on a slide in the fifth. Both players are scheduled for MRIs, and their availability remains uncertain. Despite strong relief pitching, the Tigers' offense struggled against Braves starters and relievers, managing only a late two-run homer.
- ▪Casey Mize left the game due to a right groin strain and is scheduled for an MRI the following day.
- ▪Javier Báez was injured sliding into first base, resulting in a right ankle sprain, and also awaits MRI results.
- ▪Brant Hurter replaced Mize and pitched 2.2 perfect innings in relief.
- ▪Martin Perez pitched five strong innings for the Braves, allowing just two hits and no runs.
- ▪The Tigers were held to two runs until Wenceel Pérez hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning.
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