After a rumor-filled offseason, Tarik Skubal remains with the Detroit Tigers for now, but with his contract expiring after 2026, trade speculation—especially involving the New York Mets—continues to grow.
A bold prediction suggests the Mets could make a blockbuster move to acquire the Cy Young-winning ace midseason, giving their roster a major boost in a World Series push. At the same time, the Tigers might still manage to reach the playoffs even if they trade him, thanks to their overall depth.
The idea is that Detroit could struggle with uncertainty surrounding Skubal’s future and choose to move him, while New York, eager to maximize its talented but imperfect roster, could offer top prospects in return.
Interestingly, the prediction goes further—suggesting that once the pressure of Skubal’s situation is gone, the Tigers could rebound and still secure a Wild Card spot without him.
In a dream scenario, the move could even set up a dramatic World Series matchup, with Skubal pitching for the Mets against his former team, the Tigers.
