Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch shares a bold claim about pitcher Tarik Skubal's dominance against the Cleveland Guardians.

Skubal’s journey (a ninth-round draft pick in 2018) adds a special “underdog” flavor to his rise that sets him apart, even from Verlander, who was a No. 2 overall pick and highly touted from Day 1.

Apparently, being the best pitcher in baseball wasn’t enough for reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal. The Tigers ace is looking even more dominant than he did a year ago, and that’s saying something,

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal emerged from the dugout to pitch in a ninth inning for the first time in the major leagues, triggering a roar and standing ovation from the Comerica Park crowd as men,

Yahoo Sports senior MLB analysts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss how the Detroit Tigers ace's masterful game on Sunday stood out as one of the all-time top throwing performances. Hear the full conversation on the “Baseball Bar-B-Cast” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts,

The last time Tarik Skubal faced the Guardians, he was the focal point of a party at Progressive Field. Lane Thomas’ grand slam had not only powered Cleveland to a victory in Game 5 of the American League Division Series and a berth in the ALCS,

Tarik Skubal gave up two hits and matched a career high with 13 strikeouts in his first complete game, Zach McKinstry had a two-run homer in a five-run fourth inning and Detroit beat Cleveland 5-0 Sunday to avoid a four-game sweep.

Here’s a look at last week’s standout stats and thrilling performances, including a peek at the competitive American League Cy Young race and the threats of the NL East.