Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers before deadline
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:28 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers traded for pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers late Saturday night. The Dodgers received Skubal in exchange for outfield prospect Zyhir Hope and right-handed pitchers River Ryan and Brady Smith, enhancing their rotation ahead of the postseason. This acquisition aligns with the Dodgers' goal of securing a third consecutive World Series title. The Tigers, positioned as sellers, are looking toward the future, marking a significant shift in their competitive approach. They aim to build around the prospects acquired in this deal, especially Hope, who is performing well in Double-A.
- •Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from the Tigers
- •Tigers receive Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, Brady Smith
- •Skubal is a two-time Cy Young winner
- •Dodgers lead NL West by 10 games
- •Trade signals Tigers' shift to rebuilding efforts
- 6:15 AMESPN — Tarik Skubal is a Dodger?! Grading the deadline's biggest blockbuster
- 5:05 AMCBS MLB — Tarik Skubal trade grades: Dodgers get an easy A for adding ace; Tigers throw in the towel
"Baseball's two-time defending champion adds a two-time Cy Young winner. L.A. gets an A -- but what about the Tigers?
"Detroit got a fine return package, but they never should have gotten to this point
Sources
External links- ESPNAug 2, 2026, 6:15 AMTarik Skubal is a Dodger?! Grading the deadline's biggest blockbuster
Baseball's two-time defending champion adds a two-time Cy Young winner. L.A. gets an A -- but what about the Tigers?
- CBS MLBAug 2, 2026, 5:05 AMTarik Skubal trade grades: Dodgers get an easy A for adding ace; Tigers throw in the towel
Detroit got a fine return package, but they never should have gotten to this point
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLB•Aug 2, 2026, 5:33 AMShaikin: Dodgers traded just 3 minor leaguers for Tarik Skubal. Why couldn't your team do that?
- MLB•Aug 2, 2026, 5:30 AMWhen will Tarik Skubal make first start with Dodgers? Possible date
MLB•Aug 2, 2026, 5:24 AMWill Tigers trade Skubal? Latest MLB deadline intel, rumors we're hearing- MLB•Aug 2, 2026, 5:22 AMTarik Skubal trade: Let's look at the Dodgers' preposterous rotation with a new ace aboard
MLB•Aug 2, 2026, 5:12 AMTarik Skubal trade guarantees Dodgers another World Series crown | Opinion- MLB•Aug 2, 2026, 5:12 AMBREAKING: Braves Acquire Lefty-Killer Outfielder and Starter from Royals
