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Why the Philadelphia Phillies Should Not Go for Tarik Skubal

SI Feed·Jaden Hackmeyer·6 days ago
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The Philadelphia Phillies are going to look to add some starting pitching help this offseason, and the best option available is left-hander Tarik Skubal.

During the regular season, Skubal held a 2.72 ERA through 26 starts, while striking out 186 batters. The Phillies have found themselves in the mix of teams that could potentially acquire the left-hander this offseason.

Philadelphia made the Postseason in 2026 after starting the season with a 9-19 record and replacing former manager Rob Thompson with current manager Don Mattingly. After being eliminated in the Wild Card round by the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia joined the list of teams that could be a potential fit for Skubal.

Tarik Skubal is a free agent

2026: 12-7, 2.72 ERA, 186 K in 158.2 IP between DET and LAD.

Six top suitors: Dodgers, Tigers, Mets, Cubs, Yankees, Phillies.

Where does he sign?…

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