Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has won the AL Cy Young Award, achieving unanimous recognition with 30 first-place votes. Celebrating his 28th birthday, Skubal also claimed the pitching Triple Crown with an impressive 18-4 record, a 2.39 ERA, and 228 strikeouts in 192 innings.

His performance was pivotal in leading the Tigers to an AL wild-card playoff spot, showcasing dominance in the second half of the season. Despite a challenging path to stardom, including injuries and being drafted from Seattle University, Skubal's talent has shone through, positioning him for a lucrative future.