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Tarik Skubal Rumors: Mets, Dodgers, Cubs

Free agency opened to all 30 teams on Monday evening, officially kicking off the bidding for Tarik Skubal. The first few days of the offseason have been characteristically slow throughout the entire market, but there’s been early speculation about the…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:43 AM
Tarik Skubal Rumors: Mets, Dodgers, Cubs
Key Things to Know
  • The Mets, Dodgers, and Cubs are among the top clubs linked to free-agent ace Tarik Skubal.
  • Skubal is expected to command a free-agent contract well in excess of $300 million.
  • The New York Mets are interested, but question marks remain over their appetite for long-term pitcher deals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The bidding for free-agent pitcher Tarik Skubal is underway, with the New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers widely considered the front-runners. The Mets have registered interest in pursuing the two-time Cy Young Award winner, while the Dodgers are viewed as well positioned to make a luxury push for the top available ace.

The Chicago Cubs are also expected to explore a potential deal, though Skubal's asking price is anticipated to significantly exceed $300 million. Other clubs monitoring the market include the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers, with industry insiders anticipating that Skubal could reach an agreement before an impending winter transaction deadline.

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