Freddie Freeman comments on Tarik Skubal's desire to return to Tigers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Freddie Freeman of the Los Angeles Dodgers responded to Tarik Skubal's comments on a podcast about wanting to remain with the Detroit Tigers. Skubal, who was traded to the Dodgers at the deadline, expressed a desire to play his entire career in Detroit. Freeman, who similarly had deep ties to his former team, acknowledged Skubal's feelings and emphasized the emotional connection players have to their former teams. Freeman indicated that Skubal's upcoming home debut could help him focus on the present rather than his past. Discussions about Skubal's future with the Tigers may resume in November after the playoffs conclude.
- •Tarik Skubal hopes to negotiate with the Tigers after the playoffs.
- •Freeman understands Skubal's feelings after a major team transition.
- •Skubal’s emotional ties to the Tigers resonate with Freeman's own experience.
- •Skubal was acquired by the Dodgers at the trade deadline.
- •Freeman believes Skubal’s home debut will enhance his focus.
- 11:47 PMYahoo Sports — Freddie Freeman Comes to Tarik Skubal’s Defense After Controversial Comments
- 10:59 PMDodgers Nation — Freddie Freeman Defends Tarik Skubal After Controversial Comments - Dodgers Nation
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — Freddie Freeman Defends Tarik Skubal After Controversial Comments
- 6:58 PMYahoo Sports — Freddie Freeman Responds To Tarik Skubal's Comment About Returning To Tigers
"The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers just over a week ago.Days after making his first start with the organization, he appeared on Barstool Sports’ “Pardon My Take,” where he spoke about his emotional departure from Detroit.During that conversation, Skubal, who’s set to become an unrestricted free agent, said he hopes […] The post Freddie Freeman Comes to Tarik Skubal’s Defense After Controversial Comments appeared first on HEAVY.
"Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman had Tarik Skubal's back after he said he would love to return to the Detroit Tigers.
"Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman had Tarik Skubal's back after he said he would love to return to the Detroit Tigers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 11:47 PMFreddie Freeman Comes to Tarik Skubal’s Defense After Controversial Comments
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers just over a week ago.Days after making his first start with the organization, he appeared on Barstool Sports’ “Pardon My Take,” where he spoke about his emotional departure from Detroit.During that conversation, Skubal, who’s set to become an unrestricted free agent, said he hopes […] The post Freddie Freeman Comes to Tarik Skubal’s Defense After Controversial Comments appeared first on HEAVY.
- Dodgers NationAug 10, 2026, 10:59 PMFreddie Freeman Defends Tarik Skubal After Controversial Comments - Dodgers Nation
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman had Tarik Skubal's back after he said he would love to return to the Detroit Tigers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 7:26 PMFreddie Freeman Defends Tarik Skubal After Controversial Comments
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman had Tarik Skubal's back after he said he would love to return to the Detroit Tigers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 6:58 PMFreddie Freeman Responds To Tarik Skubal's Comment About Returning To Tigers
The Los Angeles Dodgers traded for Tarik Skubal at the trade deadline
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