Star break. A 15-7 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Saturday at Comerica Park marked the Tigers’ second straight blowout defeat, following Friday’s 12-3 loss. It’s the first time they’ve allowed 12 or more runs in back-to-back games against the same team since Sept.

Imagine then the emotions that swirled through Casey Mize Thursday night when he was notified by manager AJ Hinch and president Scott Harris that he been named to the American League All-Star team.

Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize has overcome many injuries throughout his career to make his first MLB All-Star Game roster.