The Tigers' Ace: What Tarik Skubal's Availability Says About MLB's Trade Market The Major League Baseball trade deadline is approaching, and teams are already making noise about their championship aspirations.
Among the top prospects on the market is Tarik Skubal, the Detroit Tigers' ace left hander who has made a remarkable recovery from midseason bone chip surgery.
Skubal's return to form has been impressive, with his fastball reaching 99. 9 mph – a velocity that would be notable for any pitcher, especially one rehabbing from an injury.