Get ready for another showdown between the Blue Jays and Dodgers, because CBS Sports’ Mike Axisa just dropped a bomb. Cy Young free agent ace Tarik Skubal is the clear-cut, inarguable No. 1 free agent, and these two teams are reportedly going to war for him in the 2026-2027 free agency window. If you thought past battles were intense, wait until you see the price tag on this guy.
Another Showdown: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays, Round Whatever
Honestly, are we surprised? The Blue Jays and Dodgers have been locked in a free agency arms race for years. Remember Shohei Ohtani? He chose the Dodgers, and the Blue Jays missed out. Then they met in the World Series, where a heartbreaking Game 7 loss saw the Dodgers come back after a homer sent the game to extras. Ouch. After that, they went head-to-head for Kyle Tucker, who also ended up with the Dodgers. It feels like every top player sparks a new competition between them. Now, it looks like Skubal is the next superstar on their radar.
He’s Going to Cost a Fortune, But He’s Worth It
Skubal is going to make someone open their wallet wide, and we’re talking a *fortune*. Axisa predicts he’ll likely command north of $300 million overall, and potentially even beyond $400 million. Yeah, you read that right. The Blue Jays, with their ownership group not afraid to spend, are seen as a logical landing spot despite the eye-watering cost. Even in what’s considered a “down season” by his standards, Skubal still holds a 2.84 ERA. Imagine pairing him with Dylan Cease, who’s a strong Cy Young candidate in the AL this season. That’s an elite 1-2 punch right there. Add Trey Yesavage and Jose Soriano to the mix, and you’re looking at a truly elite starting rotation.
So, get ready to follow every single rumor when the 2026-2027 free agency window opens. Adding Skubal won’t be easy; the Blue Jays are going to have to outbid the Dodgers, who always seem to get their man. But if any team can do it, it’s the Blue Jays, and maybe this time, they’ll finally come away as the winners in a big-time bidding war.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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