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Tarik Skubal Sets Record with $32 Million Arbitration Award

2/13/2026

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Tarik Skubal, the Detroit Tigers pitcher, earned a 2026 arbitration award of $32 million, the highest ever for an arbitration-eligible player.
He and agent Scott Boras prepared by comparing his value to all players, not just peers with similar time.
Skubal said, "The business for ’26 is done," signaling a focus on performance.
Tigers president Scott Harris expressed satisfaction, noting the strong relationship as they shift toward the 2026 season.

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Story summary

Tarik Skubal, the Detroit Tigers pitcher, earned a 2026 arbitration award of $32 million, the highest ever for an arbitration-eligible player.
He and agent Scott Boras prepared by comparing his value to all players, not just peers with similar time.
Skubal said, "The business for ’26 is done," signaling a focus on performance.
Tigers president Scott Harris expressed satisfaction, noting the strong relationship as they shift toward the 2026 season.