{
  "id": 42564,
  "title": "MLB trade rumors: 9 best starting pitchers available after Tarik Skubal got dealt",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/mlb-trade-rumors-9-best-starting-pitchers-available-after-tarik",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-02T12:51:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mlb-trade-rumors-9-best-125132018.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "With the Los Angeles Dodgers now the proud owners of Tarik Skubal, teams looking for starting pitcher upgrades as the 2026 MLB trade deadline looms have a handful of options to consider. According to trade rumors, the most talented pitchers available are as follows:\n\n1. Seattle Mariners' George Kirby, a reliable and consistent starter with a sub-4.00 ERA in all but one of his five MLB seasons, may have become more expensive with Skubal off the market.\n\n2. New York Mets' Clay Holmes, who has proven capable of carrying the rotation load after recovering from a broken leg and facing potential free agency.\n\n3. Los Angeles Angels' Reid Detmers, who has a remarkable 145 strikeouts in 125 innings pitched, proving to be a valuable left-handed arm.\n\n4. New York Mets' Jose Soriano, who boasts a 3.29 ERA and could fetch a valuable return if the Mets decide to rebuild.\n\n5. Toronto Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman, the 35-year-old front-line starter with a 4.38 ERA this year, showcasing his continued effectiveness.\n\n6. Seattle Mariners' Emerson Hancock, who has been solid in 2026 following a successful stint in Japan.\n\n7. Washington Nationals' Foster Griffin, an underrated name with a 12-3 record and a 3.06 ERA after overcoming challenges in the majors before returning to the majors.\n\n8. Detroit Tigers' Casey Mize, whose 2.70 ERA this year makes him a prime candidate for acquisition if the Tigers decide to make a significant trade.\n\nTeams eager to bolster their starting rotation in anticipation of the 2026 deadline now have a range of options to explore, with Kirby, Holmes, Detmers, Soriano, Gausman, Hancock, Griffin, and Mize all presenting intriguing possibilities.",
  "summary": "The Los Angeles Dodgers have secured Tarik Skubal in a trade, making it challenging for other teams to acquire him ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline on Monday. However, several talented starting pitchers are now available on the market, according to trade rumors. The top contenders include George Kirby from the Seattle Mariners, who has maintained a sub-4.00 ERA throughout his five MLB seasons. The New York Mets are also involved, with potential deals for Clay Holmes, who has proven his ability to carry the rotation load, and Freddy Peralta, who despite a rough 2025, remains a solid starter. Other notable options include Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays, Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels, Emerson Hancock from the Seattle Mariners, Foster Griffin from the Washington Nationals, and Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers.",
  "key_points": [
    "Seattle Mariners' George Kirby, a reliable starter with sub-4.00 ERA",
    "New York Mets' Clay Holmes, capable of carrying rotation after leg injury",
    "Los Angeles Angels' Reid Detmers, 145 strikeouts in 125 innings"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/42564.png",
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}