MLB Reporters Predict Dodgers Trade for Tarik Skubal as Tigers Slide to 20-32

5 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 24

Multiple MLB reporters say Los Angeles is a leading fit for Tarik Skubal, with Robert Murray predicting Andrew Friedman could land the Tigers' 29-year-old ace before the deadline.
Detroit's 20-32 start, 10-game AL Central deficit and 1-9 skid have fueled the talk, while Skubal is nearing free agency after 2026 and is recovering from elbow surgery.
The Dodgers have their own urgency: Blake Snell is out after arm surgery, Tyler Glasnow has back problems, and Roki Sasaki owns a 4.93 ERA, leaving rotation questions despite another title push.
Skubal's upside remains elite — a 2.41 ERA in 84 games since 2023 — but any deal depends on him proving healthy enough to restore top trade value.
Los Angeles is viewed as one of the few clubs with both the prospect depth and financial muscle to meet Detroit's asking price and potentially extend a pitcher expected to command $350 million to $400 million.

Is Tarik Skubal's potential trade the tipping point for an MLB salary cap?

Are the Dodgers building a dynasty, or just proving championships can be bought?