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Tigers' botched talks with Tarik Skubal could be opportunity Braves are waiting for

With all of their injuries this past season, the Atlanta Braves have already said that one of their biggest priorities this offseason will adding starting pitching. It is true that guys like Spencer Schwellenbach and Reynaldo Lopez should be healthy by Opening Day 2026 with Grant Holmes having a shot as well and Atlanta is also expecting big things from Spencer Strider, Chris Sale, and the surprisingly effective Hurston Waldrep as well. However, one potential blockbuster move could completely change everything about the Braves' 2026 plans.

After the Tigers were eliminated from the playoffs, it did not take long for the chatter around Detroit to turn to the future of Tarik Skubal.