What happened: The Hall of Famer argued that keeping the ace through the deadline makes no sense. He views a deal as Detroit's chance to replenish its farm system and MLB roster.
Why it matters: Detroit's decision will determine whether it retools around a potential return or keeps Skubal in its immediate plans. The Orioles' narrow victory added another loss before that call.
By the numbers: Baltimore beat Detroit 10-9, turning a 1-1 series tie into a 2-1 Orioles series win.
What to watch: Detroit's deadline decision on Skubal is the next development to watch.