The Atlanta Braves were reportedly linked to San Diego Padres right-hander Casey Mize ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, according to a report from SB Nation. Mize, wearing number 32 for the Padres, was photographed delivering a pitch during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, on August 28, 2026.
The trade deadline speculation comes as the Braves look to bolster their pitching staff for a postseason push. Mize, a former first-overall draft pick, has been working to re-establish himself as a reliable starter since joining San Diego. The 2026 season marks a critical juncture for both the pitcher and the Braves' championship aspirations.
