Overview
- Skubal recorded at least 10 strikeouts with zero walks in consecutive starts at Progressive Field, Globe Life Field and Citizens Bank Park.
- In his August 2 outing against the Phillies, he allowed three earned runs on five hits over 98 pitches while striking out 10 batters.
- He is the second pitcher in modern major league history to post such a streak, matching Clayton Kershaw’s 2016 mark.
- Through 10 away starts this season, Skubal has compiled a 2.11 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and held opponents to a .183 batting average.
- His performance has lifted his season record to 11-3 with a 2.18 ERA and 181 strikeouts while solidifying him as the favorite to repeat as AL Cy Young Award winner and helping Detroit widen its lead in the American League Central.