Dodgers likely done making trades after acquiring Tarik Skubal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:38 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers are not expected to make additional moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline after acquiring Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. Dodgers executive Andrew Friedman indicated that while discussions continue, adding to the big-league roster is seen as less likely. The acquisition of Skubal strengthens an already deep pitching rotation, alleviating concerns over injuries in that area. As the Dodgers aim for a third consecutive championship this fall, the weekend trade has garnered mixed reactions from fans, many frustrated by the team's ability to land top talents. The trade deadline looms on Monday evening, but further significant changes to the Dodgers' roster seem improbable.
- •Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal from Tigers over the weekend
- •Andrew Friedman says further trades are less likely
- •Skubal's addition strengthens the pitching rotation
- •The trade deadline is Monday evening
- •Dodgers aim for a third straight World Series title
- 10:38 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers unlikely to make more big moves after Tarik Skubal trade, per exec
"The Los Angeles Dodgers will likely not be making any more splashy moves after acquiring Tarik Skubal over the weekend.
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