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Tigers trade Tarik Skubal to Dodgers for three prospects

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 9:08 AM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Tigers trade Tarik Skubal to Dodgers for three prospects

Summary

Tarik Skubal was traded from the Detroit Tigers to the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 1. The Tigers received three prospects in return: outfielder Zyhir Hope and right-handed pitchers River Ryan and Brady Smith. Skubal, a two-time American League Cy Young winner, had been a focal point for the Tigers but faced constant speculation about his departure as the team struggled. His trade ends a frustrating chapter for Tigers fans as the team continues to underperform this season.

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By the Numbers

•Skubal was traded for three prospects on August 1.
•The Tigers received Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith.
•Skubal was a two-time AL Cy Young winner with Detroit.
•His departure was anticipated due to the Tigers' financial constraints.
•The Tigers are currently five games below.500.

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9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Mitch Albom: Losing Tarik Skubal is rough, but the process was worse

What they're saying

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Mitch Albom: Tarik Skubal was one of ours in Detroit ... until, as MLB economics work, he wasn't. Just be glad the wait and watch are over.
— Yahoo Sports

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