Skubal wants to stay in Detroit amid Yankees trade buzz
The two-time Cy Young winner made his preference clear to media, saying he believes the Tigers can win a World Series this season.
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal addressed the media and stated his desire to finish the 2026 season in Detroit, pushing back on trade speculation. He expressed strong belief in the Tigers' ability to win a World Series, a conviction he says has held since spring training. Skubal acknowledged he would accept a trade only if the organization decided to move him. As an impending free agent, industry observers believe Detroit may not be able to retain him after the season, keeping trade rumors alive.
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