Tarik Skubal is far and away the most notable free agent in this year’s class and could potentially sign the largest contract ever for a pitcher. The left-hander figures to have no shortage of suitors, with the Los Angeles Dodgers…
The Chicago Cubs are reportedly interested in free agent pitcher Tarik Skubal but are skeptical about matching an asking price projected to exceed $300 million to $400 million, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. The left-hander is entering free agency as the premier pitching option on the market following a season spent with both the Detroit Tigers and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Dodgers are viewed as strong candidates to re-sign Skubal, especially if he pursues a shorter-term contract with a high average annual value. With a potential MLB lockout looming on December 1, Skubal is expected to pursue a permanent deal before any impending work stoppage.
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