Paul Skenes Struggles Through Difficult July Finish

Pirates ace Paul Skenes concluded a challenging July with a 6.25 ERA across six appearances, marking a significant departure from his Cy Young-winning form. Following a marquee matchup against Hunter Greene, Skenes has endured two consecutive rough outings, including a recent start where he was tagged for five runs. The team remains focused on the final stretch as Skenes works to regain his command and consistency.