Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:44 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired Tarik Skubal, a back-to-back AL Cy Young winner, from the Detroit Tigers. This trade marks a significant move, as the Dodgers continue to strengthen their roster amid a strong season. The Tigers are reportedly receiving three prospects in return, although evaluations on these players vary. Analysts believe the Dodgers may have overpaid given the prospects involved, but their financial resources allowed for this acquisition. Skubal could play a key role in the Dodgers' playoff strategy, potentially starting in Game 1.
- •Dodgers complete trade for Tarik Skubal from Tigers.
- •Skubal has won the AL Cy Young award twice.
- •The trade involves three prospects heading to Detroit.
- •Dodgers poised to become even stronger playoff contenders.
- •Skubal may start Game 1 in postseason series.
- 4:44 AMYahoo Sports — The Dodgers, with Tarik Skubal now in the fold, become even more imposing, infuriating and inevitable
"The back-to-back AL Cy Young winner is now a Los Angeles Dodger.
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