Seattle Mariners Pass on Tarik Skubal Trade

The Seattle Mariners are likely to make the postseason this year and are expected to be involved in the trade market as buyers. However, they won't be targeting Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Skubal, a former Seattle University standout, won't be coming to Seattle at this year's trade deadline. The Mariners' current six-man rotation is more than good enough for the postseason, and with Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan dominating in the minors, they don't need to add another pitcher. Tarik Skubal's link to the city through Seattle University made a trade seem possible, but the Mariners won't pursue him. And with their rotation already stacked, it's no surprise they're passing on Skubal. But the Tigers' back-to-back Cy Young winner would be a great addition to any team. The Mariners will have to look elsewhere to strengthen their lineup. So, who will they target instead? The trade market is still open, and the Mariners will likely make some moves before the deadline. Their postseason prospects are strong, and with the right additions, they could make a deep run. The Mariners' rotation is led by talented pitchers, and they'll look to add some depth to their bullpen. With the trade deadline approaching, the Mariners will have to make some tough decisions about who to target and who to let go.