Casey Mize Strikes Out 10 Batters as Tigers Defeat Yankees 7-3
According to the Associated Press, Casey Mize struck out 10 batters in seven innings to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 7-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Monday night. The Tigers capitalized on defensive errors by the Yankees, who have struggled through a five-game losing streak.
Mize, who improved to 3-5 on the season, allowed only one runner to reach base—a double by rookie Spencer Jones in the third inning. The right-hander recorded his third 10-strikeout game of his MLB career, striking out five of his last six batters. “Mize was dominant,” said MLB.com, highlighting his ability to maintain control against a Yankees lineup missing key players.
The Yankees’ struggles extended beyond their offense. Without injured stars Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, New York posted a .098 team batting average over four consecutive games—a franchise-low for a four-game stretch. The team’s defense also faltered, with errors by second baseman José Caballero and left fielder Cody Bellinger contributing to two runs for the Tigers.
Detroit’s offense was fueled by rookies Hao-Yu Lee and Kevin McGonigle, who each drove in two runs. The Yankees’ starter, Ryan Weathers, allowed five runs—two earned—in 1 2/3 innings, marking his shortest start of the season.
The loss marked the Yankees’ fifth consecutive defeat, extending their worst losing streak of the season. Second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. left the game in the fourth inning after colliding with right fielder Jasson Domínguez.
The Tigers’ win highlights their ability to exploit opponent weaknesses, while the Yankees face growing concerns about their offensive and defensive consistency. With the season nearing its midpoint, both teams will look to address their issues ahead of the playoffs.
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