Rays target Tarik Skubal as trade deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays are positioning themselves as aggressive buyers ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. Sources indicate that they are specifically interested in acquiring Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal. With a solid performance this season, Skubal has a 3.06 ERA and has recently returned from elbow surgery. The Rays are also exploring potential trades for Ketel Marte and Luis Arraez as alternative options. Skubal's addition could significantly boost the Rays' pitching rotation, provided the Tigers decide to part with him amidst their quest for a playoff spot.
- •Rays are leading the AL East as the All-Star break approaches.
- •Trade deadline is set for August 3.
- •Skubal has a 3.06 ERA in 12 starts this season.
- •Rays also interested in Ketel Marte and Luis Arraez.
- •Tigers may not be sellers at the deadline.
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — Rays get exciting Tarik Skubal trade rumor amid aggressive deadline plan
"This Rays-Tarik Skubal rumor is a very exciting one for Tampa Bay.
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