The Yankees and Tigers nearly pulled off a blockbuster trade, but the deal fell apart when the Tigers demanded George Lombard Jr.—their top prospect and son of a Tigers coach—in exchange for ace Tarik Skubal. The Yankees balked, unwilling to sacrifice their future shortstop for just a few months of elite pitching, especially since Skubal is a free agent after this season. Lombard was poised for his MLB debut, having dominated in Triple-A and excelling defensively, while the Yankees optioned struggling shortstop Anthony Volpe. With the trade dead, the Yankees pivoted to bolstering their lineup with outfielders instead. Skubal’s Cy Young-caliber season made him a hot commodity, but the Tigers’ high price tag—and their sudden silence afterward—left the Yankees unmoved.
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