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Pirates’ Paul Skenes breaks silence on MLB promotion

In July of 2023, the Pittsburgh Pirates made Paul Skenes the No. 1 overall pick in that year’s draft. Just one season later, Skenes is now ready to make his major league debut.

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After Several Attempts, Paul Skenes Finally Received Call to Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates’ fans have been clamoring to have Paul Skenes promoted to the big leagues from just about the time he was drafted with the first pick in last year’s draft.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 12 minutes ago

Is Paul Skenes the greatest pitching prospect ever?

Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect Paul Skenes will look to begin to make good on his immense hype when he takes to the mound for his MLB debut against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

Paul Skenes, other top prospects who made MLB debuts after short minor league stays

With Paul Skenes to make first MLB start, how have No. 1 picks fared in their debuts?

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 2 hours ago

Arrival of top prospect puts pressure on Pirates management

If it was not already before, the clock is now officially ticking on general manager Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates front office.

Pirates announce date for 2023 No. 1 overall pick's MLB debut

Paul Skenes, other top prospects who made MLB debuts after short minor league stays

With Paul Skenes to make first MLB start, how have No. 1 picks fared in their debuts?

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft' quiz

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 4 hours ago

Skenesmas Should Be Fun But Hard to Top Strasmus

I’ve been blessed and fortunate to have covered the Pittsburgh Pirates and MLB for various outlets. I’ve been to thousands of regular season games, hundreds of postseason games, two dozen All-Star Games and nearly four decades’ worth of spring training camps.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 2 hours ago

Pirates vs. Cubs Probable Starting Pitchers – May 10

The Pittsburgh Pirates (17-21) and the Chicago Cubs (22-16) face off at PNC Park on Friday at 6:40 PM ET, starting a three-game series. The Pirates will look to Jared Jones (2-3) against the Cubs and Javier Assad (3-0).

Nick Gonzales News / Bucs Dugout / 15 minutes ago

Pirates set to recall red-hot Nick Gonzales from Triple-A

Gonzo returns to MLB after slashing .358/.431/.608 through 30 games in Indianapolis. Paul Skenes isn’t the only one coming to Pittsburgh this weekend.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 2 minutes ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Keiner Delgado Continues to Crush, Bae Has Huge Game

Pirates’ minor league affiliates picked up two wins on Thursday night, with Keiner Delgado hitting his third home run in four games since Pittsburgh acquired him from the New York Yankees via trade.

Ji-Hwan Bae News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 10 hours ago

Minor-league report: Bae drives in five for Indianapolis

A look at Thursday's minor-league action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (17-16) beat Louisville, 9-6. On the day when Nick Gonzales earned the call up to the Pirates, Ji-Hwan Bae delivered a five-RBI night for the Indians.

Nick Gonzales News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago

Pirates Call Up Former No. 1 Draft Choice to Help Offense

The Pittsburgh Pirates will call up second baseman Nick Gonzales in time for Friday’s home game against the Chicago Cubs. Gonzales, the Pirates’ No. 1 pick in the 2020 MLB June Amateur Draft, will be expected to immediately improve their struggling offense.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 3 hours ago

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs Series May 10-12: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

On Friday, May 10 at 6:40 PM ET, a three-game series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the visiting Chicago Cubs will get underway. Pirates vs. Cubs Series Info Cubs @ Pirates Time: Friday, May 10 at 6:40 PM ET Pirates Starting Pitcher: Jared Jones Cubs Starting Pitcher: Jameson Taillon TV Channel: SportsNet PT Livestream: Fubo […]