Skubal’s journey (a ninth-round draft pick in 2018) adds a special “underdog” flavor to his rise that sets him apart, even from Verlander, who was a No. 2 overall pick and highly touted from Day 1.

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal recorded his latest gem on Sunday as part of a 5-0 shutout victory against the Cleveland Guardians ( box score ). Skubal, who carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning, struck out 13 of the 29 batters he faced and made some pitch-tracking era history (meaning since the start of the 2008 season) along the way.

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal emerged from the dugout to pitch in a ninth inning for the first time in the majors, triggering a roar and standing ovation from the Comerica Park crowd as men, women and children chanted his name.

Here’s a look at last week’s standout stats and thrilling performances, including a peek at the competitive American League Cy Young race and the threats of the NL East.

Tarik Skubal allowed just two hits and struck out 13 in his first career complete game shutout, a 5-0 win over the Guardians.

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal delivered a milestone performance, throwing a two-hit shutout against the Cleveland Guardians.

They won the first three games of this four-game series to re-establish contact with the AL Central-leading Tigers. Asking them to beat Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal on Sunday morning to complete their first four-game sweep in Motown since 2017 would have been a bit too much.

Tarik Skubal tied his career high with 13 strikeouts in the first shutout of his career, lifting the Detroit Tigers to a 5-0 victory over the visiting Cleveland Guardians on Sunday.

The Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal throws his first career complete game shutout. Shohei Ohtani takes his first live bullpen since 2023. Jake and Jordan give you a full weekend recap of all things in the MLB.