The data from Tarik Skubal's Dodgers debut that Tigers fans won't like
Tarik Skubal threw harder than he has all season long in his Dodgers debut on Tuesday night. That won't make Tigers fans missing Skubal's services any happier.
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MLB Exec Weighs in on Dodgers' World Series Odds After Tarik Skubal Trade, 'It's Still Baseball'
Despite a general defeatist attitude among fans and analysts that Tarik Skubal's addition to the Los Angeles Dodgers rotation ensures another World Series title, people in MLB aren't entirely ready to adopt that approach.
$240M Dodgers’ Pro Takes Shocking Blow to the Head After Catcher’s Throw Goes Horribly Wrong
One moment, you could be hitting homers and winning games for your team, and in another moment, you could be injured because a catcher hit you with a ball. Although there was no injury, the $240 million Dodgers outfielder, Kyle Tucker, did get hit in the head after the catcher lost control of his throw. […] The post $240M Dodgers’ Pro Takes Shocking Blow to the Head After Catcher’s Throw Goes Horribly Wrong appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Cubs make playoff statement by ruining Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers debut, aura of invincibility
The Chicago Cubs came ready to play on Tuesday as they faced the Los Angeles Dodgers, with Tarik Skubal making his LA debut. Led by MVP contender Pete Crow-Armstrong, the Cubs gave Skubal a rude awakening, winning 5-1 in the first of a three-game series at Wrigley Field. The Cubs’ win over the two-time defending […] The post Cubs make playoff statement by ruining Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers debut, aura of invincibility appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Not even Tarik Skubal can stop the Dodgers’ tailspin
And other things fans can tell themselves to feel better about the baseball situation in Los Angeles
Dodgers minors: Josue De Paula continues terrific campaign
High-scoring games across the board in the Dodgers minor league system, with no team scoring or allowing fewer than six runs in any of the four games. Also worth noting, both Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow made rehab starts. Player of the day Although he played for the only one of the four minor league […]
The Opener: Dodgers, Peralta, Genao
Welcome to the big leagues, George Lombard Jr. The Yankees’ top prospect slugged a solo home run in his second career at-bat (video link via MLB on X). It was one of two homers for New York in a tight 2-0 victory. 1. Dodgers drop Skubal’s debut Left-hander Tarik Skubal, the biggest piece moved at […]
Cubs 5, Dodgers 1: Dansby Swanson’s three hits help defeat Tarik Skubal
Tarik who? The hype around the Dodgers’ acquisition of Tarik Skubal had reached nearly fever pitch by the time he took the mound — to a chorus of boos — Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. In fact, Skubal was booed by the Wrigley crowd just for walking out to the bullpen before the game. And […]
Pat Murphy sends clear message after the Milwaukee Brewers lose the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes
The Milwaukee Brewers were among the teams pursuing Tarik Skubal before the Major League Baseball trade deadline, but they ultimately came up empty. Instead of landing in Milwaukee, the standout left hander was dealt by the Detroit Tigers to the Los Angeles Dodgers. With Skubal off the market, the Brewers have shifted their attention to [...]
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/4/26): Cubs 5, Dodgers 1 – Decisive Victory to Take Series
The Cubs and Dodgers tangled on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field in newly acquired ace Tarik Skubal‘s debut performance. The home team decided to spoil the party for the visitors with a great starting pitching effort of their own and some timely hitting to grab a series victory. Javier Assad was very sharp, with his … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/4/26): Cubs 5, Dodgers 1 – Decisive Victory to Take Series appeared first on .
Dodgers notes: Tarik Skubal, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts
The entire baseball world turned their collective heads towards the city of Chicago on Tuesday, as the Dodgers debuted their shiniest new addition. Tarik Skubal took the mound for the first time in Dodger blue after being dealt from the Detroit Tigers late Saturday night. While Skubal finished with a quality start— six innings, two […]
“Not Going to Push Him”: Dodgers Manager Reveals Why He Had to Take Tarik Skubal Out Despite Loss
During the recent trade deadline, there were very few moves, if any, that carried the same level of expectation as Tarik Skubal’s. After all, he joined a clubhouse chasing a three-peat and is rightfully pushing for it, with the Dodgers sitting at +150 to +160 odds to win the World Series. Skubal delivered in his […] The post “Not Going to Push Him”: Dodgers Manager Reveals Why He Had to Take Tarik Skubal Out Despite Loss appeared first on EssentiallySports .
MLB Power Rankings: Where Do All 30 Teams Stand After The Trade Deadline? (2026)
The trade deadline has come and gone with quite a few surprises happening. The Dodgers made the biggest splash by acquiring Tarik Skubal from the Tigers. That trade's been making the waves around the baseball world, but it's helping to solidify LA's chances at a three-peat. Meanwhile, the Red Sox made arguably the most surprising […]
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts sheds light on Tarik Skubal’s workload
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts knows the drill, and soon Tarik Skubal will too. The two-time American League Cy Young winner put the Detroit Tigers on his back every fifth day for nearly two straight years, helping them clinch consecutive AL Division Series appearances for the first time in more than a decade. Roberts […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts sheds light on Tarik Skubal’s workload appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Brewers’ Tarik Skubal trade offer Tigers turned down
The Los Angeles Dodgers ended up winning the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes, but that did not come without much controversy. After all, most contenders were going after Skubal on the trade market, and many believe that the Detroit Tigers didn’t maximize the return they got for their ace by accepting the Dodgers’ offer. The Tigers acquired […] The post The Brewers’ Tarik Skubal trade offer Tigers turned down appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Mookie Betts opens up about Dodgers’ losing streak ‘rut’
The Los Angeles Dodgers must have believed that they would put an end to their losing streak on Tuesday as they had their recent trade acquisition, Tarik Skubal, on the mound. However, the Dodgers’ losing streak reached five games after they lost to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, 5-1. In particular, Mookie Betts has not […] The post Mookie Betts opens up about Dodgers’ losing streak ‘rut’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cubs’ Nico Hoerner makes Pete Crow-Armstrong MVP case after beating Dodgers
On Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs played spoiler in Tarik Skubal’s debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers. They grabbed a 5-1 victory to upset the Dodgers in the first of a three-game series, and Pete Crow-Armstrong, as per usual, was a thorn in the opposing team’s side. All season long, Crow-Armstrong has been brilliant for the […] The post Cubs’ Nico Hoerner makes Pete Crow-Armstrong MVP case after beating Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dave Roberts’ worrisome Dalton Rushing UCL update explains Dodgers’ recent trades
The Los Angeles Dodgers should feel downright invincible after acquiring two-time Cy Young Tarik Skubal, and that may very well be the case once October begins, but they are stumbling their way through the early portion of August. The three-peat-seeking ballclub dropped its fifth game in a row after suffering a 5-1 road loss to […] The post Dave Roberts’ worrisome Dalton Rushing UCL update explains Dodgers’ recent trades appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Tarik Skubal gives props to Dodgers teammates for impressive debut
Tarik Skubal, after much controversy over the past few days following his trade from the Detroit Tigers to the Los Angeles Dodgers, finally made his debut for his new ballclub. Alas, Skubal’s debut did not end up going according to plan. While he was solid enough from the mound, the Dodgers’ bats went quiet in […] The post Tarik Skubal gives props to Dodgers teammates for impressive debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dalton Rushing Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear
Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a partial tear of the UCL in his right elbow, manager Dave Roberts tells David Vassegh of the Dodger Talk podcast. The second-year backstop landed on the 10-day injured list yesterday with what the team initially called elbow inflammation. Roberts said postgame that Rushing will continue to hit but is being […]
Dodgers waste Tarik Skubal’s debut, drop 5th straight
Tarik Skubal had a perfectly fine Dodgers debut with six strikeouts in six strong innings. But the Dodgers couldn’t score much at all, while the Cubs offense did just enough off Skubal then teed off on the bullpen in a 5-1 win at Wrigley Field, the season-worst fifth straight loss for the Dodgers. Skubal allowed […]
Blake Snell labors through fourth rehab start
Blake Snell took another step toward rejoining the Dodgers starting rotation on Tuesday night, pitching 3 2/3 innings in his fourth and potentially final minor league rehab start, this time for Triple-A Oklahoma City on the road to face the Salt Lake Bees, and Angels affiliate. This was a labored effort for Snell, who allowed […]
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“He’s a Dog”: Dave Roberts Makes Feelings Clear Ahead of Tarik Skubal’s Debut for Dodgers
For most baseball fans, Tarik Skubal’s debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers is much more than just a regular-season start. The blockbuster trade that brought the two-time Cy Young Award winner to Los Angeles also reignited the debate over the franchise’s growing dominance. Fans and analysts have questioned whether any team can keep pace with […] The post “He’s a Dog”: Dave Roberts Makes Feelings Clear Ahead of Tarik Skubal’s Debut for Dodgers appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Tarik Skubal's Final Box Score Stats, Highlights from Dodgers Debut vs. Cubs After Trade from Tigers
Most starting pitchers would kill for the sort of debut Tarik Skubal had with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night. For the two-time Cy Young-winner, though, it was just another night at the office.
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