Trading Places, But Not Hearts: Skubal's Return to Detroit Tarik Skubal took the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers at Comerica Park on Friday, and it was clear that his return to Detroit would be a complicated one.
The crowd's mixed reaction – part cheers, part boos – spoke volumes about the complex emotions involved in watching a former favorite trade their allegiance to another team.
The Tigers' decision to trade Skubal earlier this month has been met with varying degrees of acceptance and resentment from fans.