'It was Skubal or nothing': Dodgers react to bombshell trade for Cy Young winner

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a blockbuster trade ahead of the MLB trade deadline, acquiring Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal in a move described as 'Skubal or nothing' by those within the organization. Dodgers executive Andrew Friedman orchestrated the deal as the team pushes for a third consecutive World Series title. The trade was reported on August 3, 2026, by USA TODAY's Andrés Soto.