Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal as trade deadline reshapes MLB
Major League Baseball front offices made significant roster moves ahead of Monday's 6 p.m. ET trade deadline, led by the Los Angeles Dodgers' acquisition of two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. The Tampa Bay Rays responded by pivoting to Freddy Peralta, while the New York Yankees strengthened their lineup by adding Luis García Jr. Separately, the Houston Astros swept the Texas Rangers and moved into first place in the American League West. These transactions and results change divisional standings and team strategies immediately as clubs finalize rosters for the playoff push.
Dodgers acquired two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal
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Teams traded and signed players before Monday's 6 p.m. ET deadline. The Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal and the Rays shifted to Freddy Peralta. The Astros swept the Rangers and moved into first place in the AL West.
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