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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade

Detroit Tigers trade Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to Los Angeles Dodgers

The Detroit Tigers traded reigning Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the Monday trade deadline. In exchange, the Tigers received three prospects: Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith.

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Why It Matters

This trade represents a significant roster change for two Major League Baseball teams involving a high-profile pitcher entering free agency.

Key Facts

  • The Detroit Tigers traded pitcher Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • The Tigers received prospects Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith in the trade.
  • Tarik Skubal is a free agent following the 2024 season.
  • The Detroit Tigers are currently under .500 in the standings.
  • The article lists eight historical instances of reigning Cy Young winners being traded, including Frank Viola, David Cone, Pedro Martinez, Roger Clemens, CC Sabathia, Cliff Lee, R.A. Dickey, and Justin Verlander.

Who's Mentioned

personBrady Smith“Prospect acquired by Detroit”organizationDetroit Tigers“MLB team trading a player”personZyhir Hope“Prospect acquired by Detroit”personRiver Ryan“Prospect acquired by Detroit”personTarik Skubal“Pitcher traded from Detroit to Los Angeles”organizationLos Angeles Dodgers“MLB team acquiring a player”