AL East teams eye Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:17 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
AL East contenders, particularly the Tampa Bay Rays, have been linked to a potential trade for Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal. As of June 22, 2026, the Rays are two games behind the New York Yankees in the division race, and their front office is reportedly considering aggressive moves to enhance their rotation. Skubal is viewed as a top-tier starting pitcher, which could significantly bolster the Rays' postseason capabilities. Tampa Bay possesses three top-100 prospects, which may be used in negotiations to acquire Skubal from the Tigers.
- •Tampa Bay is two games back of New York Yankees in AL East.
- •Rays have shown interest in Tarik Skubal to strengthen their rotation.
- •Skubal is considered one of the best starting pitchers in the Majors.
- •Tampa Bay has three top-100 prospects to offer for Skubal.
- •Aggressive moves could impact the Rays' championship aspirations.
- 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — AL East contenders named best trade fit for Tigers' Tarik Skubal
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