Tigers promote top prospect Max Clark for MLB debut as Tarik Skubal trade rumors fly

The Detroit Tigers have promoted top outfield prospect Max Clark to the major leagues for his MLB debut. Clark, ranked as the No. 11 overall prospect in baseball by CBS Sports heading into the 2026 season, is joining the team amid swirling trade rumors surrounding Tigers ace pitcher Tarik Skubal. The timing of Clark's promotion comes as Detroit navigates uncertainty around one of their key pitchers.