Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is likely to be traded before the Aug. 3 deadline, with the New York Yankees expressing interest. However, Yankees insiders doubt they will acquire him due to high asking prices and payroll concerns, as Spotrac estimates his market value at $39.7M annually. The Atlanta Braves, with more financial flexibility, are considered favorites to land Skubal, who is showing strong performance post-injury. Acquiring him would bolster the Braves’ chances against the Brewers and Dodgers in the NL.
