Skubal's Tigers tenure may be nearing end as deadline approaches
Detroit's ace received a standing ovation in what could be his final home start, with trade rumors swirling ahead of the deadline.
Tarik Skubal started for Detroit and reached 1,000 career strikeouts, a milestone that may have doubled as a farewell moment. The crowd gave him a standing ovation amid widespread speculation he could be dealt before the trade deadline. No trade has been officially reported or confirmed by beat reporters, but the possibility is being treated as realistic. Skubal remains one of the most coveted pitchers potentially available on the market.
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