Tarik Skubal adjusting to Dodgers after August trade from Tigers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:15 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Tarik Skubal, traded from the Detroit Tigers to the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 2, is settling into his new role with the World Champion Dodgers. In three starts since the trade, he holds a 1-2 record, with performances that include six innings pitched against the Chicago Cubs and a win against the Kansas City Royals. The Dodgers acquired Skubal for three prospects, including Zyhir Hope, Brady Smith, and River Ryan. Skubal's previous accolades include two Cy Young Awards and an All-Star selection in 2024 and 2025. Future contract discussions may hinge on MLB players' negotiations with league management.
- •Skubal traded to Dodgers for three prospects on August 2.
- •He has a 1-2 record in three starts since the trade.
- •Skubal won Cy Young Awards in 2024 and 2025.
- •His contract with the Dodgers is for one year, $32 million.
- •Future contract talks depend on MLB's labor negotiations.
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — Tarik Skubal is returning to Detroit ... to pitch against the Tigers
- 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — 2 Time Cy Young Award Winner Tarik Skubal Settling In With The Dodgers
"On August 2 the American League Detroit Tigers sent 2 time Cy Young Award winning lefty starter, Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers for three prospects.
"Tarik Skubal was traded away from the Tigers to the Dodgers earlier this month, for a trip of prospects.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 1:15 AMTarik Skubal is returning to Detroit ... to pitch against the Tigers
Tarik Skubal was traded away from the Tigers to the Dodgers earlier this month, for a trip of prospects.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 6:15 AM2 Time Cy Young Award Winner Tarik Skubal Settling In With The Dodgers
On August 2 the American League Detroit Tigers sent 2 time Cy Young Award winning lefty starter, Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers for three prospects.
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