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Yankees emerge as potential trade destination for Tarik Skubal ahead of deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:21 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Yankees emerge as potential trade destination for Tarik Skubal ahead of deadline

Summary

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the New York Yankees are being mentioned as a likely candidate to acquire Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal. Skubal, fresh off an elbow surgery recovery, boasts a 2.81 ERA over eight starts this season and has previously won back-to-back Cy Young Awards. Reports suggest that the Tigers might look to trade him if they cannot secure a contract extension by the offseason. With the Yankees positioned for a playoff run, adding Skubal could further enhance their chances at a World Series title.

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•Yankees tied for second-longest title drought in franchise history
•Skubal has a 2.81 ERA and is recovering from elbow surgery
•Tigers may trade Skubal before the deadline if no extension is signed
•Adding Skubal could boost Yankees' World Series chances
•Red Sox face increased competition in AL East if Yankees acquire Skubal

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One of the Boston Red Sox's division rivals was listed as a potential trade destination for arguably the best pitcher in all of baseball.
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