Could the Chicago Cubs make one of the biggest trades in baseball by landing Tarik Skubal?

In this episode of Cubs Central, we break down a massive trade proposal that would send ace left-hander Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers to the Cubs — in exchange for Matt Shaw, Jaxson Wiggins, and Ethan Conrad.

This is a true win-now vs future value debate, and we dive into stats, impact, and fit for every player involved.

• Tarik Skubal’s 2025 stats and why he’d instantly become the Cubs’ true No. 1 starter

• How Skubal changes the Cubs’ rotation and postseason outlook

• Matt Shaw’s 2025 production and why Detroit would view him as a cornerstone infielder

• Jaxson Wiggins’ upside as a power-armed pitching prospect

• Ethan Conrad’s tools and projection as a high-ceiling outfield bat

• Who actually wins this trade — Cubs or Tigers?

Would this deal push the Cubs into legitimate World Series contention, or is the price too high?

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