Brewers decline to trade four players in pursuit of Tarik Skubal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:11 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers expressed that they would not include four key players in trade talks for Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal. ESPN reports that the unwillingness to trade includes top prospect Jesus Made, shortstop Cooper Pratt, outfielder Luis Lara, and right-hander Logan Henderson. While the Brewers were in the market for pitching help, especially with postseason aspirations, they ultimately prioritized their young talent. The Dodgers acquired Skubal, leaving Milwaukee to pursue other options in the pitching market. The Braves are also a potential landing spot for comparable talent.
- •Brewers engaged in trade discussions for Tarik Skubal from the Tigers.
- •Jesus Made, the No. 1 prospect in baseball, was off-limits.
- •Cooper Pratt and Luis Lara were also deemed untouchable.
- •Logan Henderson holds five years of club control, adding to his value.
- •The Dodgers ultimately secured Tarik Skubal in a separate deal.
- 1:11 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN reveals 4 players Brewers would not trade to Tigers for Tarik Skubal
"These four players would not be included in any Skubal trade talks for the Brewers.
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