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Skubal Starts, Forms Dodgers' 12th Cy-Young Pairing

8/11/2026

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Tarik Skubal will start for the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Monday, Aug 10, 2026, versus the Royals.
Skubal posted a 2.81 ERA with 122 strikeouts in 102.2 innings for Detroit.
Manager Dave Roberts said Skubal and Blake Snell form the 12th Cy Young pitcher pairing in Dodgers history.
Roberts added that Snell returns Tuesday, Aug 11, after a 60-day IL and elbow surgery, giving the Dodgers a chance to run.

History

Historical Context

In 1965 the Los Angeles Dodgers captured a seven-game World Series, defeating the Minnesota Twins and delivering the franchise’s third title since moving to Los Angeles in 1958, with Sandy Koufax earning MVP honors. That championship cemented a habit of depending on dominant pitchers. The 2026 Dodgers mirror the pattern by pairing Cy Young candidates Tarik Skubal and Blake Snell, hoping their arms will drive another title.

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Story summary

Tarik Skubal will start for the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Monday, Aug 10, 2026, versus the Royals.
Skubal posted a 2.81 ERA with 122 strikeouts in 102.2 innings for Detroit.
Manager Dave Roberts said Skubal and Blake Snell form the 12th Cy Young pitcher pairing in Dodgers history.
Roberts added that Snell returns Tuesday, Aug 11, after a 60-day IL and elbow surgery, giving the Dodgers a chance to run.

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