Tarik Skubal's return to Tigers unlikely amid high contract predictions

Tarik Skubal's potential return to the Detroit Tigers after being traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers is facing significant challenges. Speculation about a reunion has emerged, but the Tigers are unlikely to offer the projected $405 million contract Skubal may command. After a surgery on his elbow earlier in the season, Skubal maintained strong performance metrics, leading to his value spike. The Tigers have shifted focus in recent years toward internal development and have not spent heavily on player contracts. Unless there are drastic changes, the team's ability to bring Skubal back appears limited.

• 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers chances of bringing Tarik Skubal back are lower than ever after $400M prediction