Skubal watch: Speculation abounds on a potential trade, and who will sign the star pitcher from Kingman next year
The two-time Cy Young winner is a free agent after this season, and Detroit could seek multiple top prospects in return, insiders said.
- As the trade deadline approaches, the Detroit Tigers are weighing a potential trade of ace Tarik Skubal, who is set to become a free agent at the end of the season.
- Although the Tigers are 33-44, they have posted the third-best record in Major League Baseball since June began, while Skubal recently returned from elbow surgery and boosted his trade value.
- New York is pursuing Skubal to bolster their rotation, with reports indicating the Tigers are interested in Yankees prospects including shortstop George Lombard and pitcher Carlos Lagrange.
- The Atlanta Braves are also potential suitors, with USA Today's Bob Nightengale reporting Sunday that "several executives predict" the team to be a "sleeper" for Skubal amid rotation needs after Spencer Strider's 60-day injury.
- ESPN's Jeff Passan confirmed last week that Skubal won't sign an extension this season, though Mike Petriello suggests the Tigers could retain him if their June performance continues.
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Ken Rosenthal talks Yankees, Mets trade deadline possibilities | The Show Ep. 206
On a new episode of “The Show,” Joel Sherman is joined by MLB reporter Ken Rosenthal. Joel and Ken discuss what the Tarik Skubal trade market will look like, why this could be a unique trade deadline, what the Yankees and Mets may do and some teams to keep an eye on. Plus, Joel shares...
Skubal watch: Speculation abounds on a potential trade, and who will sign the star pitcher from Kingman next year
How long Tarik Skubal will remain in Motown, and whether the back-to-back American League Cy Young award winner will be rewarded with a record-breaking deal in his next contract, are points of intrigue across the Major League Baseball (MLB) scene.
Tigers' Tarik Skubal Trade Sweepstakes May Have Hit Snag with Deadline Close
The Detroit Tigers are going to be the team that everybody watches at the trade deadline this year. They have Tarik Skubal, who is set to become a free agent at the end of the season. The left-hander recently recovered very quickly from an elbow surgery and is back with the team, while also boosting his trade value.However, the sweepstakes may have potentially hit a bit of a snag. While that may seem impossible given where the Tigers are in the …
Tarik Skubal Warns Detroit Tigers About MLB Trade Deadline
The Detroit Tigers once again figure to be at the center of the MLB trade deadline as several teams are interested in the potential availability of Tarik Skubal. The left-handed ace is due to become a free agent after the 2026 season, which is fueling a belief the Tigers will move forward with a Skubal trade before the Aug. 3 deadline. Particularly when taking into account their place in the American League Central standings despite a recent win…
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