Skubal's Message to Tigers: 'Detroit vs Everybody'

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, fresh off a dominant 2025 season where he secured his second consecutive AL Cy Young award, has become the subject of intense fan speculation. Skubal concluded the regular season with an impressive 13-6 record and a 2.21 ERA, playing a pivotal role in the Tigers' playoff qualification. As Skubal is set to become a free agent next winter, rumors of a potential trade have surfaced, with the Tigers potentially looking to capitalize on his value. His recent appearance in Detroit during late December, typically spent in Phoenix, further fueled hopes for a contract extension, amplified by a cryptic social media post. However, Detroit Tigers General Manager Jeff Greenberg clarified that Skubal's return was for leisure, citing his attendance at various Detroit sporting events. While fans eagerly await news of an extension, Greenberg indicated that such a development is not imminent, suggesting Skubal's visit was simply to embrace the city's sports culture.