Tarik Skubal ‘Blown Away’ by Dodgers’ Clubhouse, Amenities – Sports Illustrated

Tarik Skubal of the Los Angeles Dodgers is still getting used to his new team. After being traded at the deadline, Skubal is experiencing a first in his big-league career: a change of scenery. Skubal had spent his entire professional career with Detroit, who drafted him in the ninth round of the 2018 MLB Draft. He’s now getting accustomed to his new digs, and has been impressed with how the Dodgers do things. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that Skubal was “blown away” by the clubhouse and amenities that the team has to offer its players. “I can’t believe how big that is,” Skubal said. “I went to look for the hot tub, and wound up in the batting cage.” The Dodgers are recognized as a first-class organization around the league, which is why so many players are interested in joining them. Skubal has heard about the reputation of the Dodgers, but now he actually gets to experience it first-hand. His tenure in Los Angeles is just about two weeks old, and Skubal is already appreciative of how the Dodgers have welcomed him. “It’s as seamless as things can go,” Skubal said. “When your life gets a little chaotic
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