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MLB trade deadline bold predictions: Tigers send Tarik Skubal to NL contender, more
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The MLB trade deadline is approaching on August 3, with teams shifting focus to making deals to strengthen their rosters for the postseason push.
- The Detroit Tigers are predicted to trade ace pitcher Tarik Skubal despite their recent surge, likely to a contender like the Dodgers, to avoid losing him for nothing in free agency.
- The Chicago Cubs are expected to acquire multiple pitchers from the Mets, including Freddy Peralta and Huascar Brazoban, to bolster their depleted pitching staff.
- The Giants are predicted to extend Luis Arraez with a multi-year deal instead of trading him, while the Mariners may trade veteran starter Luis Castillo to address offensive needs.
- Other notable predictions include the Padres selling some relievers but keeping closer Mason Miller, the Yankees making at least five trades to address roster needs, and the Blue Jays trading three of their four key rental players while retaining Kevin Gausman.
