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Padres’ key trade deadline acquisition suffers unfortunate injury in ridiculous fashion

San Diego Padres pitcher Casey Mize is injured after a bizarre accident on the dugout steps.

By · Published August 23, 2026  18:26 UTC · Updated August 25, 2026  20:31 UTC

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The San Diego Padres' Casey Mize suffered an ankle sprain after slipping down the dugout steps during a game. The team received an update on his condition the following day, with Mize expressing hope to make his next scheduled start.

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  • Primary Driver: San Diego Padres pitcher Casey Mize is injured after a bizarre accident on the dugout steps.
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Five outlets report that Mize suffered an ankle sprain after slipping down the dugout steps during his fourth start since being traded to the Padres. The injury occurred during a game against the Minnesota Twins.

Mize was able to leave the field under his own power, but his status for future games is uncertain. The Padres won the game despite Mize's early exit.

Mize has expressed hope that he will be able to make his next start, but the extent of his injury and the timeline for his recovery are not yet clear.

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How did Casey Mize get injured?

Mize suffered an ankle sprain after slipping down the dugout steps during a game against the Minnesota Twins.

What is the status of Casey Mize's injury?

Mize has expressed hope that he will be able to make his next start, but the extent of his injury and the timeline for his recovery are not yet clear.

How did the Padres perform in the game after Mize's injury?

The Padres came back to beat the Twins despite Mize's early exit.

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