Brewers Ready to Cover Tarik Skubal's Remaining Salary

The Milwaukee Brewers are considering a trade for Tarik Skubal, a two-time AL Cy Young Award winner, and are willing to take on the full remaining salary of approximately $9.8 million on his contract. This figure is expected to decrease to about $9.4 million by the trade deadline.

While larger market teams like the Dodgers and Cubs are also interested in Skubal, the Brewers, who typically have a lower payroll, face challenges in adding nearly $10 million for a rental player while also giving up top prospects. Their current payroll stands at $136.262 million, which is among the highest in franchise history.

The Brewers have shown a willingness to take financial risks, as evidenced by their recent trade involving Lance McCullers Jr. and their investments in young prospects. With injuries affecting their pitching rotation, acquiring Skubal could significantly enhance their chances in the postseason, positioning them as strong contenders for the World Series in 2026.