Overview
- The sprain happened Saturday when Mize slipped on the dugout steps between the second and third innings of his start against the Minnesota Twins and left after recording two outs in the third inning.
- Team testing showed no structural damage and the club listed Mize day-to-day while trainers continue treatment and monitor his swelling and mobility.
- Mize’s outing ended after 2 2/3 innings with four earned runs allowed and his fastball averaged a season-low 91.8 mph, continuing a short stretch of reduced velocity and poor results in four starts for San Diego.
- The injury complicates rotation management because the Padres are already missing multiple starters and Mize’s next scheduled turn is penciled in for Aug. 28 but could be moved if the club opts for a short injured-list stint or a bullpen patch.
- Mize was a trade-deadline pickup from Detroit on Aug. 3 who had much stronger numbers there this season, and the key near-term questions are whether he needs missed starts and who will fill innings if the club protects him for the postseason race.