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Tarik Skubal's agent criticized amid Dodgers' seven-game losing streak

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 9:21 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Tarik Skubal's agent criticized amid Dodgers' seven-game losing streak

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers, currently facing a seven-game losing streak, received attention for Tarik Skubal's comments regarding his upcoming free agency. Skubal expressed interest in the Detroit Tigers re-engaging in contract discussions after the playoffs, causing scrutiny from former GM Steve Phillips. Phillips suggested Skubal’s agent, Scott Boras, needs to manage his client's public statements more carefully. The Dodgers are eager to secure a contract extension with Skubal following his recent trade from the Tigers.

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By the Numbers

•Dodgers' seven-game losing streak affects their NL West lead.
•Tarik Skubal desires engagement with the Tigers for free agency.
•Former GM Steve Phillips criticized Skubal's agent Scott Boras.
•Skubal's public comments may influence his market value.
•Skubal made his Dodgers debut on August 4, 2026.

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9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Former GM Doesn’t Hold Back on Tarik Skubal’s Agent Following Bizarre Statement

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are enduring a pretty rough skid in MLB right now. They have lost seven straight games and now hold just a 7.5-game lead in the NL West.Following their massive trade for Tarik Skubal, the next huge storyline surrounding the ace starter becomes his looming free agency.In a series of interesting comments […] The post Former GM Doesn’t Hold Back on Tarik Skubal’s Agent Following Bizarre Statement appeared first on HEAVY.
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