Dodgers Double Down on Tarik Skubal, Signaling Fewer Deadline Additions

The Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal from Detroit, signaling they’re less likely to add major-league pieces before the trade deadline as Skubal is their primary target. Their current rotation now features Skubal alongside Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Justin Wrobleski, Emmet Sheehan and Roki Sasaki, with Shohei Ohtani’s knee issue potentially affecting plans but expected to return to the rotation this year. While players like Alex Call and Eric Lauer could still move, the front office seems inclined to preserve depth rather than chase additional upgrades at the deadline.