Summary
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal will become a free agent after the 2026 season, sparking interest from major teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets. His agent, Scott Boras, suggests that other teams beyond New York and LA might also compete for Skubal if they're willing to pay top dollar.
Key Facts
- Tarik Skubal is a key player for the Detroit Tigers and a two-time winner of the Cy Young award.
- Skubal will be a free agent after the 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) season.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets are interested in Skubal.
- The Detroit Tigers may struggle to afford Skubal's future salary demands.
- Skubal is expected to start and possibly finish the upcoming season with the Tigers.
- Agent Scott Boras is known for securing large contracts for his clients.
- Boras indicated that teams other than the Dodgers and Mets might also pursue Skubal if they are prepared to pay well.
