Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, now an All-Star contender, attributes his success to a late-blooming development. Skubal, who admits he wasn't performing at a high level until age 26, has become a key player for the Tigers. His journey from Little League to potentially vying for the Cy Young Award is a testament to his perseverance and dedication to refining his skills. The story highlights his unusual trajectory and the factors contributing to his emergence as a dominant force on the mound.