Tarik Skubal (Tigers photo)

Should they trade him? Should they not? The handwringing by fans on sports talk radio 97.1 The Ticket and beyond is in full swing.

Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor is in the camp that says don’t trade ace Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal.

He explains in his column:

The Detroit Tigers shouldn't trade Tarik Skubal.

Not unless a spectacular deal comes along. And if that means losing him to free agency after the 2026 season, so be it. His presence gives the Tigers the best chance to win next year.

As for the year – and the next few years – after that?

Scott Harris doesn't believe in championship windows anyway. Nor should he. No team exec should. Not if they believe in themselves.

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