Paul Skenes Favored for Back-to-Back Cy Young, Pirates Bolster Offense

Paul Skenes is the rightful favorite to win his second consecutive NL Cy Young Award, having posted stellar ERAs of 1.96 and 1.97 in his first two seasons with a 0.95 WHIP. Despite a 10-10 record last year due to limited run support, the Pirates have added four new bats this offseason. At 23, Skenes is considered one of baseball's most dominant pitchers, with his rookie debut ticket previously selling for $708.