A confusing date matters for Tigers' trade plans with Tarik Skubal

Whether or not the Detroit Tigers trade Tarik Skubal remains a massive question as MLB's deadline approaches this summer.But the actual date of the deadline is going to throw a few people off as the rumors and speculation continue.The trade deadline has most often fallen on the last day in July, the 31st.It's not in July at all this year.MORE: The Braves let their pitcher hit, and it worked out surprisingly wellWhen is the MLB trade deadline?The MLB trade deadline falls on August 3 this year. That's a Monday, which is a day of the week the league often appreciates having the deadline on.And while it being three days later than usual may not matter a ton from a decision-making standpoint, it does matter from a timing standpoint.Fans are used to the idea of seeing what their team looks like