Blue Jays target Tarik Skubal in potential trade to strengthen rotation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 9:42 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly looking to acquire two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal as the trade deadline approaches. The team's recent struggles, exacerbated by injuries, have heightened their need for pitching reinforcements. Significant competition is expected, with the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, and San Diego Padres also interested in Skubal. As the Detroit Tigers attempt to remain in playoff contention, parting with their star pitcher may require a significant offer. The Blue Jays hope that landing Skubal would bolster their rotation and revive their postseason aspirations.
- •Blue Jays have struggled with injuries this season.
- •Tarik Skubal is a two-time Cy Young winner.
- •Competition for Skubal includes Dodgers, Yankees, and Padres.
- •Tigers are still in the playoff race despite recent losses.
- •Acquiring Skubal would enhance the Blue Jays' starting rotation.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays all-in trade prediction sends top-100 prospects for $32M 2-time Cy Young winner
- 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays predicted to trade for $32M 2-time Cy Young winner to save injury-plagued season
"The Toronto Blue Jays has had tough luck with the health of their starting rotation. Enforcements are on their way back and so is a big name in this mock trade.
"The Blue Jays are in dire need of getting healthy arms. A trade for the biggest name in baseball would fix all of that.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 11:05 AMBlue Jays all-in trade prediction sends top-100 prospects for $32M 2-time Cy Young winner
The Toronto Blue Jays has had tough luck with the health of their starting rotation. Enforcements are on their way back and so is a big name in this mock trade.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 9:42 PMBlue Jays predicted to trade for $32M 2-time Cy Young winner to save injury-plagued season
The Blue Jays are in dire need of getting healthy arms. A trade for the biggest name in baseball would fix all of that.
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