With Skubal leading the rotation, Detroit has jumped to the top of the American League. The Tigers sit at 56-34, holding a 12.5-game lead in the AL Central. They’ve become one of the most balanced teams in the league, and with their ace firing on all cylinders, they look poised for a deep playoff push.

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CLEVELAND -- Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will be joining three teammates in the 2025 All-Star Game on July 15 in Atlanta. To no one’s surprise, Skubal was added to the American League roster on Sunday evening. He joins outfielders Javier Báez and Riley Greene and second baseman Gleyber Torres, who were elected as starters by fans.