MLB insider Jon Heyman's first bomb of the offseason may have been slightly misleading, but still paints a picture of discontent in Detroit. According to Heyman's figures, the Tigers and Tarik Skubal must bridge a gap approaching $250 million in order to land on an extension that works. The only wrinkle is that the most recent data we're working with here comes from prior to the 2025 season, when Detroit reportedly tried to preempt things with a $170 million offer, with Skubal possbily seeking $400+ million.
Perhaps things have changed just one year out from free agency.