# Skenes' Trust in Catchers Fuels Rookie Success

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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: 2026-05-16T07:15:18+00:00
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Paul Skenes, a rookie pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, is making waves with his dominant performance, boasting a 1.98 ERA and 56 strikeouts. Despite his elite stuff, Skenes leaves pitch selection to his catchers, trusting their strategy. This unconventional approach, rare for a rookie, showcases his maturity. As he prepares for his next start against the Phillies, Skenes continues to impress with his simple yet effective method. 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/b397b5437527b833

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