One of the big stories this offseason involves two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, who’s heading into his final year of team control with the Detroit Tigers. They’ve had trouble extending him and appear to be far apart in negotiations, leading some to wonder if they’ll consider trading him this winter rather than risk losing him for nothing next year.
Given that the Tigers presumably want to contend next season, coming off back-to-back playoff appearances, it would take a lot for them to move Skubal and give up arguably the best pitcher in baseball. However, anything is possible, especially if somebody blows them away with an offer they can’t refuse.
MLB Execs Predict Skubal’s Fate
ESPN recently polled 16 MLB executives about several major offseason storylines, including what Detroit will do with Skubal this winter.
The survey question was