Paul Skenes Delivers Seven Solid Innings in No-Decision Against Cubs

Paul Skenes turned in a strong seven-inning outing Saturday against the Chicago Cubs, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk with four strikeouts in a no-decision. Despite surrendering solo home runs in the first and third innings, Skenes retired four straight scoreless frames on just 82 pitches (53 strikes). The Pirates bullpen surrendered the lead late, denying Skenes a win and leaving his ERA at 3.78.