Thanks for update. Yes, it seems the cylinder head has to be checked for straightness, cavities and cracks.
Btw, good idea to tell the vehicle story (ideally - together with the problem description)
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Interesting that it could still generate 150psi cylinder pressure with blown head gasket.
Re: Mazda 2.3 Tribute Won't Start
Yes, you are right... and if the compression is OK the engine should run even with leaking antifreeze (at least we don't see a reason why no).