History of Tarik Skubal in Timeline

Tarik Skubal is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Detroit Tigers in MLB. Drafted by the Tigers in 2018, he debuted in the major leagues in 2020. Skubal's performance reached new heights in 2024, earning him an All-Star selection. Notably, he became the first American League pitcher since 2011 to achieve the Cy Young Award and Triple Crown in a single full season.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 24, 1918: Last Tiger pitcher to strike out 12+ without a walk

The text references May 24, 1918, mentioning that Eric Erickson was the last Tigers pitcher to strike out 12 or more batters without issuing a walk until Skubal's achievement in 2024.

November 20, 1996: Tarik Skubal Born

On November 20, 1996, Tarik Daniel Skubal was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.

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2011: Last Full Season Triple Crown Winners

In 2011, both Justin Verlander and Clayton Kershaw earned the Triple Crown in their respective leagues, serving as a reference point for Skubal's achievement in 2024.

2011: Last Triple Crown Winner

The text mentions that no AL pitcher has won the Cy Young and Triple Crown in a full season since 2011, highlighting the significance of Skubal's 2024 achievement.

2016: Missed Season

In 2016, Skubal missed most of the baseball season due to injury.

2017: Tommy John Surgery and Draft

In 2017, Skubal missed the entire baseball season after undergoing Tommy John surgery, yet he was still drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 29th round but did not sign, opting to return to Seattle.

2018: Signed with Detroit Tigers

In 2018, Tarik Skubal signed with the Detroit Tigers after being drafted in the ninth round, receiving a $350,000 signing bonus. Following the draft, he played for the Gulf Coast Tigers, Connecticut Tigers, and West Michigan Whitecaps, achieving a combined 3-0 record and a 0.40 ERA in 22 1/3 innings.

2018: Final College Season

In 2018, his final season at Seattle University, Skubal led the team with 106 strikeouts, pitching 80 innings.

2019: Promotion to Erie SeaWolves

In 2019, Skubal began the season with the Lakeland Flying Tigers and was later promoted to the Erie SeaWolves on July 5. By July 27, his performance earned him a #4 spot in MLB.com's Prospect Watch. He finished the season with a 2-3 record, a 2.13 ERA, and 179 strikeouts overall.

2020: MLB Debut

In 2020, Tarik Skubal made his Major League Baseball debut with the Detroit Tigers.

2020: MLB Debut and First Win

In 2020, Tarik Skubal was invited to spring training by the Detroit Tigers. He was recalled from the training facility on August 18, making his MLB debut that same day. He secured his first major league win on August 29 against the Minnesota Twins. Skubal finished the 2020 season with a 1-4 record, a 5.63 ERA, and 37 strikeouts in 32 innings.

2020: Shane Bieber's Triple Crown

The text mentions Shane Bieber winning the Triple Crown in the COVID-19 shortened 2020 season, providing context for Skubal's later achievement.

March 24, 2021: Opening Day Roster

On March 24, 2021, it was announced that Tarik Skubal had made the Detroit Tigers' Opening Day roster and would be part of the starting rotation.

2022: Injured List and Surgery

In 2022, after a 7-8 record with a 3.52 ERA, Skubal was placed on the injured list on August 3 due to arm fatigue. On August 17, it was announced he would undergo flexor tendon surgery, ending his season.

March 14, 2023: Moved to 60-Day Injured List

On March 14, 2023, the Tigers moved Skubal to the 60-day injured list, with the expectation he would not return until summer.

2023: Expected Sidelining

In 2022, it was determined that Skubal's flexor tendon surgery would likely sideline him for the beginning of the 2023 season.

2024: Opening Day Start

In 2024, Skubal started for the Tigers on Opening Day, pitching six shutout innings in a 1-0 victory against the Chicago White Sox.

2024: Postseason Debut

In 2024, Tarik Skubal made his postseason debut, earning his first win on October 1 against the Houston Astros. He concluded his postseason run with a 1-1 record and a 2.37 ERA across three games.

2024: All-Star and Cy Young Award

In 2024, Tarik Skubal was named an All-Star and became the first American League pitcher to win the Cy Young Award and Triple Crown in a full season since 2011.

2024: All-Star Selection

In 2024, Tarik Skubal was selected to represent the Detroit Tigers in the All-Star Game on July 7. He had a 10-3 record, a 2.37 ERA, and 132 strikeouts at the time of his selection.