What happened: Los Angeles acquired Tarik Skubal from Detroit for Zyhir Hope, River Ryan and Brady Smith. The 29-year-old left-hander can become a free agent after the World Series.
Why it matters: He joins the two-time defending champions, who led MLB with a 3.36 rotation ERA before the deal. Detroit was 2½ games outside the final AL wild-card spot.
By the numbers: Skubal is 7-5 with a 2.79 ERA and 116 strikeouts in 96 2/3 innings this season. He owns a 3.04 career ERA and a 2.04 postseason ERA across six starts.
What to watch: Skubal's Dodgers debut will offer the first look at his role in their postseason rotation. His free-agent market opens after the World Series.