Dodgers acquire two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal from Tigers
Updated 3 months ago13 new reports, including ESPN, Newsweek, Fox News.
The short version
The Los Angeles Dodgers obtained pitcher Tarik Skubal, a two-time AL Cy Young Award winner, from the Detroit Tigers on the 2026 trade deadline. Detroit received three prospects—Zyhir Hope, River Ryan and Brady Smith—in return.
The Dodgers completed a trade to acquire pitcher Tarik Skubal from Detroit.1,8 Skubal had earned the American League Cy Young Award in consecutive seasons before the trade.1 The transaction was finalized on August 2, 2026, the day of MLB's trade deadline.1,2,8,3
In return, Detroit received outfielder Zyhir Hope, infielder River Ryan, and pitcher Brady Smith.8 Multiple outlets described the move as a blockbuster deadline deal.1,2,3 Skubal gave an emotional farewell, saying he would "never take for granted" his time with the Tigers.7
Dodgers player Josh Hart publicly criticized the trade, suggesting it could push the league toward a lockout.6 ESPN rated the trade as an "A" for Los Angeles while questioning the value Detroit obtained.5 The Skubal deal coincided with other notable deadline moves, including Luis Castillo moving from the Mariners to the White Sox.2
Fans of the Chicago Cubs expressed frustration, feeling the trade indirectly affected their team.4
“never take for granted”
Why it matters
Tarik Skubal had won the American League Cy Young Award in back‑to‑back seasons prior to being traded.1
MLB's trade deadline, occurring on August 2, 2026, is the final day teams may exchange players for the season.1,2,3
At the time of the trade, the Dodgers were leading their league, prompting them to add a top‑tier pitcher.8
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