Tarik Skubal out for surgery

The Detroit Tigers' postseason aspirations have suffered a major setback with the news that ace Tarik Skubal requires elbow surgery.

The two-time Cy Young winner will undergo a procedure to remove loose bodies, an injury that is expected to sideline him for at least two to three months.

Skubal had called for a trainer during his last outing against the Braves, raising immediate concerns about his health.

The Tigers now face a critical challenge in maintaining their divisional standing without their primary starting pitcher.