# Skenes' Struggles: Pirates' Ace's Mechanics Under Scrutiny

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Podcast: [Pittsburgh Pirates News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pittsburgh-pirates-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463309)
Published: 2026-05-24T17:23:22+00:00
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## Resource

Paul Skenes, the Pirates promising pitcher, has had a couple of challenging outings, with five earned runs in each start against Philly and Toronto. Despite his impressive career stats, including a Cy Young award, his recent performances suggest a potential issue with his pitch command and selection. His Stuff grade dipped, and hitters are making solid contact with his fastball. The question remains: is this a temporary setback or a sign of a more significant problem? Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0f242531e8ece119

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