Tarik Skubal

Tarik Skubal is expected to start Game 2 of the ALDS against the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

Skubal started Game 1 of the Wild Card round series against the Astros on Tuesday. He would be on normal rest.

Tarik Skubal will start on the mound for the Detroit Tigers in Game 1 of the team’s AL Wild Card series against the Baltimore Orioles or Houston Astros according to Jon Morosi.

Fantasy Impact

Skubal played a key role leading the Tigers pitching staff throughout the 2024 season, posting a stellar 2.39 ERA and 0.92 WHIP over the course of 31 starts (18-4) while also recording 228 strikeouts in what will likely reward the left-handed his first career Cy Young award while also sending the club to their first postseason berth since 2014.

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said it’s “unlikely” Tarik Skubal would pitch on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

This was the response from Hinch when asked if Skubal would pitch if the Tigers clinched a playoff spot but were still playing for seeding. He should pitch in Game 1 of the wildcard series for Detroit.

Tarik Skubal delivered a masterclass performance, allowing no earned runs on just two hits and one walk while striking out seven over seven innings in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

This outing is a testament to Skubal's dominance this season, further solidifying his role as a top-tier starter in fantasy leagues. With a season ERA now even more impressive at 2.39 and a WHIP that remains stellar at 0.92, he continues to be a must-start in all formats. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (10.7 K/9) coupled with a superb strikeout-to-walk ratio (6.51) makes him one of the most reliable arms in fantasy baseball. As the season winds down, Skubal's consistent excellence should keep him at the forefront of fantasy discussions.

Tarik Skubal delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on three hits and a walk while striking out seven over five innings in Wednesday's 4-2 win against the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

This outing continues a stellar season for Skubal, who now boasts a 2.48 ERA and a 0.94 WHIP across 30 starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (10.8 K/9) and a superb strikeout-to-walk ratio (6.50) reinforces his status as a top-tier fantasy starter. Skubal's consistent dominance, highlighted by his 18th win, makes him a must-start in all fantasy formats, and his performance today should reassure any fantasy managers concerned about his ability to sustain success as the season winds down.