USA adds Skubal, Miller to WBC roster
The United States added pitchers Tarik Skubal and Mason Miller to its 2026 World Baseball Classic roster Thursday.
Skubal has won back-to-back American League Cy Young Awards as the ace of the Detroit Tigers. He was 13-6 in 2025 with a 2.21 ERA, 241 strikeouts, and 0.89 WHIP.
The 29-year-old is a two-time All-Star and has been integral in helping Detroit reach the playoffs the past two campaigns. Trade rumors have surrounded Skubal this offseason as he and the Tigers are reportedly far apart in negotiations on a contract extension.
Skubal joins an American starting rotation that already features National League Cy Young winner Paul Skenes and Chicago Cubs All-Star Matthew Boyd.
Miller is one of MLB's most dominant relievers. The Athletics traded him to the San Diego Padres this past season. Between the two clubs, Miller racked up 104 strikeouts in 60 appearances along with a 2.63 ERA.
The United States will field a star-studded roster for March's international event. Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr., Cal Raleigh, and Kyle Schwarber are among the position players already named to the roster.
The Americans lost the 2023 World Baseball Classic final to Japan.