Listen "Tarik Skubal: Balancing intensity and joy for the game"
Episode Synopsis
Tigers southpaw Tarik Skubal sits down with Jason and Dan to discuss his journey from Seattle University to The Show. What was it like making his MLB debut in 2020 without family, friends, or fans in the stands? Skubal recounts being on the wrong end of Jason calling one too many Tim Anderson knocks. How did he make the turn from self-described rocky start to dominant mound presence and Opening Day starter? Skubal also delves into the importance of first pitch strikes, making in-game adjustments, and injury prevention. We also learn how backyard make it, take it basketball helped forge Tarik’s competitive fire.
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