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Dodgers Acquire Tarik Skubal; Debuts Six-Inning, Two-Run Effort

8/9/2026

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Summary

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The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers at the 2026 deadline.
Skubal debuted on August 8, allowing two runs in six innings versus the Chicago Cubs.

History

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Deadline trades have long reshaped pennant races. In July 1998, the Florida Marlins sent ace Kevin Brown to the San Diego Padres, where he posted a 2.38 ERA and 13 wins, propelling San Diego to the World Series. Echoing that move, the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired right-hander Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers at the 2026 deadline to strengthen their rotation.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers at the 2026 deadline.
Skubal debuted on August 8, allowing two runs in six innings versus the Chicago Cubs.

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