Tarik Skubal Trade Buzz Grows as Atlanta Braves Viewed as Favorites

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Tarik Skubal Trade Buzz Grows as Atlanta Braves Viewed as Favorites

Skubal could become the biggest All-Star trade storyline before MLB’s Aug. 3 deadline, with Detroit 37-49 but still 6.5 games from an AL wild-card spot. Bob Nightengale reports rival executives view Atlanta as the favorite if the Tigers sell. Skubal reported eased elbow concerns on Tuesday, striking out nine Yankees over six one-run innings while touching 99 mph.

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