Overview
- The Athletic’s Jim Bowden reports Detroit is likely to explore trade options for Tarik Skubal at the upcoming Winter Meetings.
- Reporting indicates a roughly $250 million gap in extension talks, with agent Scott Boras signaling a preference to reach free agency.
- The Yankees, Mets and Dodgers are repeatedly cited as logical suitors if Detroit entertains offers.
- Skubal’s 2025 dominance underpins his market value, highlighted by a 2.21 ERA, 241 strikeouts and a 0.891 WHIP across 195 innings, plus a strong postseason.
- Analysts project a potential free-agent deal starting north of $400 million, and any trade is expected to demand a premium prospect haul, drawing public criticism of Detroit’s approach.