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Tarik Skubal to make Dodgers debut in Chicago as LA looks to snap losing streak
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Jonathan Lloyd , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway He will take the mound opposite the Cubs' Javier Assad at Wrigley Field.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to end a losing streak with the help of their new pitcher, Tarik Skubal. Skubal, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, will make his debut for the Dodgers in Chicago. He will take the mound opposite the Cubs' Javier Assad at Wrigley Field.
Skubal's last start was for the Detroit team before being traded to the Dodgers. Further details about the game and Skubal's trade to the Dodgers are available from the source, including the time of the game and the players involved in the trade.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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