Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal extends both arms on each side of his body in reaction to playing the hometown Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of the American League Division Series at Progressive Field on Oct. 7, 2024 in Ohio.

Chris Sale was one of the ace left-handers Tarik Skubal idolized as a teenager. Now the two will be linked forever after winning their first Cy Young Awards on Wednesday.