MLB insider doubts Brewers can trade for Tarik Skubal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers, holding a record of 58-33, are considered buyers ahead of the trade deadline. While starting pitching is a priority, MLB insider Robert Murray expresses skepticism that the Brewers can acquire a top starter like Tarik Skubal. He cites the team's history of struggling in bidding wars and their tendency to retain prospects. The competitive market for elite pitchers could drive up the price, complicating potential trades for the Brewers.
- •Brewers are 7 games ahead of the Cubs in the NL Central.
- •Tarik Skubal remains a target for multiple teams.
- •Brewers historically struggle in bidding wars for players.
- •Team prefers to keep top prospects like Cooper Pratt and Luis Lara.
- •Competitive trade market may hinder Brewers' efforts to acquire pitchers.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — MLB insider skeptical Brewers can trade for someone like Tarik Skubal for two reasons
"This doesn't exactly bode well for the Brewers to land a top starter at the trade deadline.
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