After winning the American League Cy Young Award last season, Detroit Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal could be headed for a repeat victory. He heads into the second ha

According to Detroit Free Press’ Evan Petzold on his podcast, Days of Roar, Skubal is “all but guaranteed” to leave the Tigers after the 2026 MLB season. The AL Cy Young Award winner is set to become a free agent after 2026, where he is looking to become the highest-paid pitcher in MLB history.

After winning the 2024 AL Cy Young Award, Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has been just as good this season. He has played a vital role in the Tigers' early success, which included having the best record in MLB at the All-Star Break.