Tarik Skubal Records Five Strikeouts in WBC Start for Team USA

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal made his lone World Baseball Classic start for Team USA against Great Britain, allowing a leadoff home run while recording five strikeouts over three innings and 41 pitches. Skubal, who earns $32 million in 2026, confirmed no extension was offered this offseason. While he initially planned for only one start, he has left the door open for a potential return if the U.S. makes a deep tournament run. He is slated to return to Tigers camp following pool play.