Tarik Skubal Free Agency Rumors: Mets, Dodgers lead list of potential suitors
Tarik Skubal headlines this offseason's MLB free agent class. Follow the latest rumors, reports, and updates on his pursuit of a record-breaking contract.
The Major League Baseball's biggest free agent, pitcher Tarik Skubal, is expected to earn the largest free-agency dollar amount for a pitcher in MLB history. The reigning back-to-back American League Cy Young Award winner, who turns 30 on November 20, had a remarkable 2026 season with a 2.72 ERA, 10.55 K/9, and 1.53 BB/9 in 12-7 record across 26 starts with the Tigers and Dodgers.
Several teams are rumored to have shown interest in Skubal, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, Toronto Blue Jays, and San Diego Padres. The Dodgers and Mets, both NL money printers, are considered frontrunners by experts like ESPN's Jeff Passan. The Yankees have also reportedly expressed interest, but some, like WFAN Radio's Tommy Lugauer, question the legitimacy of their interest.
The Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays are also in the mix, with the Cubs facing budget and salary cap concerns, while the Blue Jays may prioritize lineup help over Skubal. The Padres may also make a move for Skubal, given the Dodgers' potential loss of Michael King.
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