CC Sabathia emphasizes necessity for Tigers to trade Tarik Skubal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
As the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches, CC Sabathia advocates for the Detroit Tigers to trade ace Tarik Skubal. Sabathia argues that holding onto Skubal, who is pivotal to their future and approaching free agency, could significantly hinder the team's rebuilding efforts. The Tigers currently hold a 51-57 record and are falling behind in the AL Central and Wild Card races. Sabathia suggests that moving Skubal could yield multiple top prospects to replenish the team's roster. The trade deadline is set for August 3 at 6 PM ET, leaving limited time for the Tigers to act.
- •Tigers are 51-57 and fading in playoff races.
- •Skubal could bring multiple top prospects in a trade.
- •CC Sabathia insists trading Skubal is critical for rebuilding.
- •Trade deadline is August 3 at 6 PM ET.
- •Skubal recently allowed three earned runs against the Orioles.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — CC Sabathia: Detroit Tigers "have to trade" Tarik Skubal at deadline
"The Hall of Famer shares why it 'makes no sense' for Detroit to hold onto their ace through this year's trade deadline.
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