According to a report from Heavy.com published on Yahoo Sports, the San Diego Padres are expressing interest in acquiring Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal. The story, authored by Adam Martin, was published on November 10, 2026.
Skubal, who has emerged as one of the American League's premier starting pitchers, would represent a significant addition to any rotation. The 27-year-old lefty has been a cornerstone of Detroit's pitching staff since his debut.
The Padres have consistently pursued high-end starting pitching in recent offseasons as they aim to compete in the National League West. San Diego's front office has shown willingness to part with prospect capital for established major league talent.
Detroit's stance on potentially moving their ace remains unclear. The Tigers have been building around a young core and Skubal is under team control through the 2026 season, giving Detroit leverage in any negotiations.
No specific trade framework or timeline was detailed in the initial report.
