"This would be an absolutely devastating turn of events for practically every other franchise in the league. Adding Skenes to a group featuring Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, and Blake Snell would be something out of a video game. Skenes is in a situation where the Pittsburgh Pirates, respectfully, won't be a contender at any point during his prime. A Southern California native himself, it would make sense for Skenes to leave for a bigger market given the star power he brings"
"This would essentially be a very expensive rental - though it could be a move worth making if it meant getting the Dodgers a third-straight World Series title. Skubal and the Detroit Tigers reportedly are worlds apart on a possible extension. While Skubal seemingly wants to stay in the Motor City, there's a decent likelihood he's flipped before hitting free agency a year from now in which he's expected to cash in handsomely as possibly the most expensive starting pitcher ever."
The Los Angeles Dodgers are broadly disliked by fans of many other MLB clubs due to recent championships and potential roster power moves. Offseason hypotheticals include trading for top rookie Paul Skenes, which would pair him with Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, and Blake Snell and likely require major MLB talent plus elite prospects in return. Another scenario is acquiring Tarik Skubal as a one-year rental despite extension disagreements with the Detroit Tigers and expectations of a massive free-agent payday next year. Some proposed moves are unlikely, while others could realistically occur and significantly increase the Dodgers' advantage.
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