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Scherzer and Skubal compared for memorable tenures with the Tigers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 2:29 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Scherzer and Skubal compared for memorable tenures with the Tigers

Summary

Max Scherzer and Tarik Skubal are evaluated for their tenures with the Detroit Tigers. Scherzer pitched from 2010 to 2014, winning a Cy Young Award and helping the team reach the 2012 World Series. Skubal, who debuted in 2018, has been recognized for his exceptional performance, winning two Cy Young Awards and achieving a pitching Triple Crown. Both pitchers have consistent fWAR but Skubal leads in most regular season metrics and individual accolades. The discussion highlights differing perspectives on their legacies within the franchise.

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By the Numbers

•Scherzer pitched for the Tigers from 2010 to 2014.
•Skubal debuted with Detroit in 2018 and won the Cy Young Award twice.
•Both pitchers recorded 22.4 fWAR during their tenures.
•Scherzer was integral in the Tigers' 2012 World Series run.
•Skubal achieved a pitching Triple Crown, leading the AL in wins, ERA, and strikeouts.

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If someone had to assemble an all-2000s Detroit Tigers pitching staff, we all know who the ace would be. Justin Verlander will not only enter the Hall of Fame (potentially in a Tigers cap) but is surely to have his #35 jersey retired in the outfield of Comerica Park (well, now Fifth Third Park) one …
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