Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal in major trade as MLB deadline looms
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 12:51 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers in a significant trade ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Speculation over Skubal's future has been ongoing, and this move comes despite the Tigers shipping out their top ace without a strong return. The Dodgers are seen as championship contenders following this acquisition. The trade deadline remains active with additional deals, including the Yankees securing Luis García Jr. from the Nationals and the Cubs obtaining Kevin Gausman. Teams continue to seek improvements before the final hours of the deadline.
- •Tarik Skubal joins the Dodgers from the Tigers.
- •Skubal's trade follows speculation about his future.
- •The trade deadline is still ongoing with activity expected.
- •Yankees acquire Luis García Jr. to boost offense.
- •Cubs add starter Kevin Gausman in trade.
- 12:51 PMCBS MLB — Dodgers land Tarik Skubal in blockbuster deal; MLB trade deadline day is here
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