Scott Boras is doing what Scott Boras does best—talking up his star client. The super-agent recently addressed the health of left-hander Tarik Skubal, who underwent a procedure this offseason, the third of his MLB career. While any surgery raises eyebrows, Boras is quick to downplay concerns.

"We think that's going to be a much shorter period (of rehabilitation)," Boras said. "And he'll be able to return to performance at just a much, much earlier stage."

Skubal, a Detroit Tigers ace and one of the game's most electric pitchers, is expected to hit free agency this winter. The 2026 market was already shaping up to be a blockbuster for starting pitchers, and Skubal was poised to reset it—until this latest health hiccup.

Of course, Boras isn't going to say his client won't be ready. That's not how the game works. But for baseball fans—and fantasy managers—watching Skubal fire 100 mph fastballs and paint corners is a treat. The hope is that this recovery is as smooth as Boras claims.

Whether this affects his contract negotiations remains to be seen. But if there's one thing we've learned, it's that Boras knows how to spin a narrative. For now, the message is simple: Skubal will be back, and he'll be dominant.