Skenes' Season Could End Wednesday Against Tigers
The Pirates may shut down Paul Skenes after his start vs. Detroit, potentially ending his 2025 campaign early due to poor recent performance.
Paul Skenes is scheduled to start for Pittsburgh against Detroit on Wednesday, but it may be his last appearance of the season. Reports suggest the Pirates are considering shutting him down, likely due to his recent struggles on the mound. No injury has been explicitly confirmed, but the possibility of an early season-ending decision is being floated. This creates meaningful uncertainty around Skenes' availability for the remainder of the year.
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