Tarik Skubal Exits WBC to Focus on Tigers Opening Day Start

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is returning to camp after making one start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Despite his desire to continue, Skubal is prioritizing his health and preparation for his scheduled March 26 Opening Day start against the Padres. He threw 41 pitches in a three-inning, one-run outing against Great Britain. Skubal confirmed no contract extension talks have occurred and emphasized the importance of avoiding workload spikes during his contract year.