The Pittsburgh Pirates, despite their last-place standing with a 16-33 record, have no intention of trading their ace, Paul Skenes, whom they drafted first overall in 2023. Skenes, a 22-year-old superstar with a 3-5 record, 2.44 ERA, and 2.75 FIP, has excelled in his sophomore season but struggles with run support. While some executives suggest trading him for a substantial return akin to the Juan Soto deal, the Pirates remain committed to building their team around Skenes.
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