Multiple reports say the Los Angeles Dodgers’ uncertain pitching depth is a major factor keeping a potential pursuit of Tigers starter Tarik Skubal on the table as the MLB trade deadline approaches. Baseball insider Ken Rosenthal highlights that even with a strong overall roster, the Dodgers’ rotation planning depends on the health and availability of key pitchers. The reports point specifically to Shohei Ohtani’s status and to the condition of several other Dodgers pitchers as considerations for how flexible the club can be. While the Dodgers have capable talent, the outlets describe rotation uncertainty as limiting the front office’s ability to confidently trade away major pitching pieces without risking depth or performance. As a result, the Skubal trade is portrayed not as a given, but as a scenario that remains plausible depending on late updates to injuries and workload. Overall, the coverage frames the decision as driven by what the Dodgers can field on the mound in the near term and how that affects their willingness to engage in a significant acquisition.