Dodgers, Mets, and Padres Compete for Free Agent Tarik Skubal
Two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal is set to hit the free agent market, with the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, and San Diego Padres emerging as top contenders to sign him. Skubal, who spent the second half of the 2026 season with the Dodgers, is expected to command a massive contract, potentially surpassing Yoshinobu Yamamoto's record-setting deal. While the Dodgers may be hesitant to commit to a long-term, high-value contract, both the Mets and Padres are showing strong interest in signing Skubal. MLB insiders like Jon Heyman and Jon Morosi have reported on the teams' interest, with Heyman favoring the Mets due to their urgent need to improve their roster.11 sourcesSee all sources
