What's wrong with the Dodgers? Defending MLB champs post 6 straight losses despite Tarik Skubal trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers, the defending MLB champions, have lost six consecutive games as of August 6, 2026, despite having acquired pitcher Tarik Skubal in a trade. The slump has raised questions about the team's ability to recapture its championship form. The article examines what has gone wrong for the high-profile Dodgers roster during this losing streak.