New Delhi, Aug. 2 -- The Detroit Tigers made a tough call this weekend when they sent two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers. In return, they landed three prospects, and the clear centerpiece is 21-year-old outfielder Zyhir Hope.

Tigers fans wondering if the return can ease the pain of losing their ace now have a name to watch closely. Here is what you need to know about Hope and why scouts see real upside.

Zyhir Hope was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the 11th round of the 2023 MLB Draft out of Colonial Forge High School in Virginia. The Dodgers acquired him just months later in the January 2024 deal that sent Michael Busch to Chicago.

He has climbed steadily since then. At 5-foot-10 and 193 ...