The Los Angeles Dodgers’ blockbuster trade for Tarik Skubal was widely viewed as a steal from the moment it was announced. L.A. landed the two-time reigning American League Cy Young winner without surrendering either of its two best prospects, making Detroit’s return look surprisingly light for the most valuable pitcher available. Then the Boston Red Sox traded for Adley Rutschman and made the Dodgers’ bargain look even better. It bears mentioning that Rutschman is under team control through 2027, while Skubal is a rental. The Dodgers gave up less organizational talent for a reigning back-to-back Cy Young winner who directly improves their chances of winning a third consecutive championship.