Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal as roster continues to strengthen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Dodgers announced the acquisition of left-handed pitcher Tarik Skubal in a trade with the Tigers on Saturday. Players expressed excitement over the move, viewing it as a testament to the front office's commitment to winning. Miguel Rojas emphasized the effort from both players and management in striving for championships. As the team prepared for a series finale against the Red Sox, Skubal's presence was eagerly anticipated by the roster. Key players like Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman reacted positively to the acquisition, reinforcing their belief in the team's competitive strategy.
- •Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal from the Tigers.
- •Skubal is a two-time Cy Young Award winner.
- •Players celebrated the front office's commitment to winning.
- •Team is preparing for a series finale against the Red Sox.
- •Freeman and Betts expressed enthusiasm about the trade.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers marvel at latest star addition in Tarik Skubal: ‘Special to be part of’
"The way Miguel Rojas put it on Sunday, the Dodgers’ ascension to dynasty status has been built, in part, on sacrifice. There have been memorable examples, like when Freddie Freeman...
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