What happened: Discussions around potential landing spots for Tarik Skubal continued to build momentum across the league. Cespedes Family BBQ evaluated the market and potential team fits on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

Why it matters: The left-hander anchors rotation plans across the league following a midseason trade that reshaped the playoff race. With multiple contenders seeking front-line pitching, upcoming negotiations are set to establish the benchmark for starting pitchers ahead of 2027.

What to watch: Formal negotiations and roster deadlines during the winter meetings will dictate whether a long-term agreement materializes before spring training.