""They surprised teams by engaging in serious talks, and were intrigued by the Dodgers' potential package of prospects, triggering trade rumor," Nightengale wrote. "Prediction: Skubal will stay put," Nightengale wrote. "There's simply no team that will strip their farm system for one year of Skubal knowing that he could be parting after one year for the riches of free agency, where he's expected to receive at least $400 million.""
""Skubal, after winning his first Cy Young award in 2024, had an even better season in 2025, posting an AL-leading 2.21 ERA and striking out a career-high 241 batters. His 0.891 WHIP led MLB, and he placed fifth in MVP voting. The Dodgers are in the mix to land Skubal this offseason, though they'd need to propose a significant package, likely involving several top prospects and at least one major league-ready talent.""
Tarik Skubal enters 2026 with one year left under Detroit's control and appears unlikely to sign an extension. The Tigers engaged in serious trade talks during the Winter Meetings, drawing interest from teams such as the Dodgers. Analysts predict teams will be reluctant to surrender major prospects for only one season of Skubal before he reaches free agency, where he could command at least $400 million. Skubal posted an AL-leading 2.21 ERA in 2025, struck out a career-high 241 batters, led MLB with a 0.891 WHIP, and finished fifth in MVP voting.
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