The two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner is drawing interest from the Mets and Blue Jays after helping the Dodgers reach the NLCS before they were swept by the Brewers.
Tarik Skubal is a free agent, and the news out of the market is not great for the Los Angeles Dodgers, who were hoping to keep the ace around after trading for him.
The Dodgers brought in Skubal, the reigning back-to-back American League Cy Young Award winner, believing he was the final piece for a third straight World Series title. He delivered in the regular season and helped the club win its division before beating the Atlanta Braves in the NL Division Series. The run ended there, though, as the Brewers swept Los Angeles in the NLCS.
Now Skubal hits free agency with his value reportedly climbing, according to veteran insider Bob Nightengale. He has already been linked to other suitors, including the New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays, meaning the Dodgers have no guarantee he returns.
There is also chatter of a broader free agency rush, with some agents concerned that teams could sit out portions of the month and with speculation that Skubal could sign early ahead of any looming lockout. Where he lands remains unresolved.