Tigers Seek 3-Player Skubal Return as Yankees Hunt Catcher Before Aug. 3 Deadline
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Updated · CBS Sports · Jun 20
Tigers Seek 3-Player Skubal Return as Yankees Hunt Catcher Before Aug. 3 Deadline
3 articles · Updated · CBS Sports · Jun 20
Summary
Detroit is expected to shop Tarik Skubal before the Aug. 3 deadline, with reports saying the Tigers want controllable pitching and near-MLB-ready athletic position players in a package likely led by one elite prospect plus 2-3 lesser ones.
New York is also scanning the market for a right-handed catcher behind its top bullpen need, as lefty-hitting Austin Wells is on the injured list and targets could include Ryan Jeffers, Jake Rogers or Christian Vázquez.
Reid Detmers is drawing interest despite the Angels' reluctance to follow a clear sell path; the 27-year-old lefty has 2.8 WAR, a 3.68 ERA and team control through 2028, which could command a major return.
Arizona, at 39-36 and just a half-game out of a wild card spot, plans to buy, with GM Mike Hazen prioritizing rotation help after injuries to Corbin Burnes, Ryne Nelson and Michael Soroka.