Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal amid parity concerns in MLB
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, prompting discussions about team parity in MLB. Manager Dave Roberts addressed the backlash, stating that every team had opportunities to make competitive trades. Club president Andrew Friedman emphasized the significance of this moment for the organization as they aim for a third consecutive World Series title. Currently, the Dodgers are 69-43 and are half a game behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the best record in baseball.
- •Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from another club.
- •Dave Roberts comments on the reaction to the trade.
- •Andrew Friedman highlights the era of success for the organization.
- •Dodgers are 69-43, trailing Brewers for the best record in MLB.
- 3:06 PMCBS MLB — Dodgers' Dave Roberts, Andrew Friedman push back on 'blowback' after acquiring Tarik Skubal
"The calls for parity are never louder than when the Dodgers use their resources to get better
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