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The Chicago Cubs Would "Love" To Have Tarik Skubal

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Reports and rumors are already swirling around baseball's biggest free agent, Tarik Skubal. Yes, the Chicago Cubs and their fans would love to have Skubal, as MLB insider Jeff Passan put it. However, the chances of landing the former Tigers and Dodgers ace seem pretty low...to say the least.

Key Topics: Chicago Cubs, Tarik Skubal, MLB lockout, MLB rumors, MLB free agents, MLB CBA

Ace pitcher Tarik Skubal is the biggest name on the free agent market
Jeff Passan reports the Dodgers and Mets are the favorites to land Skubal (shocker)
Skubal could sign before the potential lockout next month when the CBA expires
The Chicago Cubs would "love" to have Skubal, but probably will not be able to afford the $300+ million he will likely command
Cubs fans are not surprised to hear Passan's reports
Should the Cubs put all their eggs in one basket?
Options like Michael King or Sonny Gray feel more likely
Passan reports new proposed salary cap floor and ceilings by MLB

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When was this episode published?: November 4, 2026.
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The Chicago Cubs Would "Love" To Have Tarik Skubal