Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers in trade
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 6:12 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers have traded for pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers, completing a deal that involved three prospects: Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith. The trade allows the Dodgers to enhance their pitching rotation, which has been impacted by injuries, especially to Shohei Ohtani. Skubal joins a lineup that remains a favorite to contend for a third consecutive World Series title. Meanwhile, the Tigers receive prospects that could bolster their future roster as they rebuild. Ryan is recovering from a hamstring strain but is anticipated to make an impact before the season ends.
- •Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers before the trade deadline
- •Skubal enhances Dodgers' rotation, filling in for injured players
- •Tigers receive prospects Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith
- •Ryan expected to join Tigers roster later this season
- •Dodgers remain top contenders for the World Series title
- 6:12 AMCBS Sports — Tarik Skubal to Dodgers nothing to complain about in Fantasy Baseball, but real baseball is another matter
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