The Detroit Tigers did try to keep Tarik Skubal from reaching free agency. According to president of baseball operations Scott Harris, the organization approached Skubal once about a contract extension before eventually trading him to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Kevin McGonigle Opening Day roster Scott Harris Tigers white flagScott Boras Made Skubal's Plan ClearSkubal is represented by Scott Boras, an agent known for allowing elite players to test the open market rather than accepting early extensions. Harris said the Tigers received a clear message that Skubal intended to become a free agent after the 2026 season. Tarik Skubal Tigers future Detroit Tigers Tarik Skubal Trade Tarik Skubal trade deadline plan Detroit Tigers Trade Tarik Skubal Dodgers Tigers react to Tarik Skubal trade Yankees Tarik Skubal trade talks Tarik Skubal return to TigersBottom LineThe Tigers made one attempt to extend Tarik Skubal, but his representation made it clear that free agency remained the plan.