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Cubs expected not to pursue pitcher Tarik Skubal in offseason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Cubs expected not to pursue pitcher Tarik Skubal in offseason

Summary

The Chicago Cubs will not pursue star pitcher Tarik Skubal as the MLB offseason progresses, according to reports. Jesse Rogers of ESPN indicates that while the Cubs were initially seen as potential suitors, they have shifted focus to other pitching options. Chicago needs pitching help after a playoff run marked by injuries. Skubal, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, is anticipated to demand a high salary, which may also impact the Cubs' decision-making as they explore alternative pitchers such as Freddy Peralta and Michael King.

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•Cubs reportedly not pursuing Tarik Skubal this offseason.
•Chicago seeks pitching help after a postseason run.
•Skubal won back-to-back Cy Young awards in 2024 and 2025.
•Cubs expected to explore other pitching options like Freddy Peralta.
•Skubal may command a high salary, influencing Cubs' decisions.

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6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs rumors: Chicago’s Tarik Skubal pursuit seems to be over before it even started

What they're saying

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Heading into the MLB offseason, the Chicago Cubs seemed like a potential Tarik Skubal suitor . As the offseason has moved forward, however, reports have suggested the Cubs may not be in the conversation after all. Jesse Rogers of ESPN confirmed in an article on Friday that Chicago is indeed not expected to pursue the star pitcher. “The Cubs won’t […] The post Cubs rumors: Chicago’s Tarik Skubal pursuit seems to be over before it even started appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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