The Detroit Tigers have a contending roster whenever Tarik Skubal is active and healthy. That's been the case for the last three years, but Skubal is going to be out for a few months after suffering an elbow injury that requires surgery.

This injury leaves the Tigers with two decisions. They can either opt to buy in a trade that brings in another pitcher who could replace Skubal and keep the Tigers in contention. Or they could opt to blow up their roster by trading a few veteran players at the trade deadline.

If they opt to blow it up, who could the Tigers look to trade this season?

RHP Kyle Finnegan

Apr 30, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Kyle Finnegan (67) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

The top trade candidate in Detroit would be their best relief pitcher, Kyle Finnegan.…