Detroit Tigers target Yankees prospects amid trade talks for Tarik Skubal
Yanks Go Yard • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 4:23 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Detroit Tigers are expressing interest in New York Yankees prospects George Lombard Jr. and Carlos Lagrange, as discussions about Tarik Skubal's future continue. MLB insider Jon Heyman detailed the Tigers' evaluation of players within the Yankees' farm system, specifically noting Lombard Jr.'s potential as a top young prospect and his connection to the Tigers. Lagrange is also gaining attention for his skills as a reliever. Skubal, a key player for the Tigers, has been highlighted as a top trade candidate if the team falls out of playoff contention. Detroit plans to assess its standing closer to the All-Star break before making a decision regarding Skubal's future.
- •Tigers have interest in Yankees prospects George Lombard Jr. and Carlos Lagrange.
- •Lombard Jr. is considered a leading prospect and son of the Tigers' bench coach.
- •Skubal is seen as a major trade candidate if Tigers drop in standings.
- •Detroit will evaluate playoff position before deciding on Skubal's future.
- •Trade speculation has increased as the All-Star break approaches.
- 1:47 PMYanks Go Yard — Yankees Rumors: Tarik Skubal trade buzz gaining steam as possible offer gets serious - Yanks Go Yard
- 4:23 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Detroit Tigers Eyeing Yankees Top Prospect in Potential Tarik Skubal Trade
"MLB insider Jon Heyman reports the Detroit Tigers are interested in Yankees prospects George Lombard Jr. and Carlos Lagrange as trade speculation around Tarik Skubal continues.
"According to the latest buzz, the Detroit Tigers are scouting the Yankees' farm system as Tarik Skubal trade rumors heat up.
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External links- Yanks Go YardJun 20, 2026, 1:47 PMYankees Rumors: Tarik Skubal trade buzz gaining steam as possible offer gets serious - Yanks Go Yard
According to the latest buzz, the Detroit Tigers are scouting the Yankees' farm system as Tarik Skubal trade rumors heat up.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 4:23 PMReport: Detroit Tigers Eyeing Yankees Top Prospect in Potential Tarik Skubal Trade
MLB insider Jon Heyman reports the Detroit Tigers are interested in Yankees prospects George Lombard Jr. and Carlos Lagrange as trade speculation around Tarik Skubal continues.
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