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Skubal, Tigers face arbitration as deadline passes

January 9, 2026

The Detroit Tigers and pitcher Tarik Skubal were unable to reach a contract agreement before the arbitration deadline for the 2026 season, leaving his salary decision to an arbitrator. The Tigers successfully negotiated contracts with all other arbitration-eligible players.

Skubal, Tigers face arbitration as deadline passes

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Key Highlights

Tarik Skubal is a two-time defending American League Cy Young Award winner.
The arbitration deadline was Thursday at 8 p. m. ET.
Casey Mize will earn $6.15 million in 2026, the highest among the remaining players.
Riley Greene will earn $5 million, the most among position players.
Zach McKinstry and Will Vest received significant salary increases for 2026.

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Skubal, Tigers face arbitration as deadline passes

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