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Drooping Pirates look for jolt from hot prospect Paul Skenes

The already-considerable buzz surrounding Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes only heightens ahead of his scheduled major league debut against the visiting Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

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Pirates vs. Cubs Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Saturday, May 11, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates (17-22) and Chicago Cubs (23-16) meet Saturday at PNC Park, with first pitch at 4:05 PM ET on MARQ. The Pirates are -110 moneyline favorites for the contest, however, the Cubs are favored against the spread of 1.5 runs with +157 odds.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Cubs vs. Pirates Probable Starting Pitchers – May 11

The Pittsburgh Pirates (17-22), who lost their previous three games, face the Chicago Cubs (23-16) at PNC Park on Saturday. First pitch is at 4:05 PM ET.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 5 minutes ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Inside-the-Park Grand Slam in Bradenton

Although they extended one of the longest ongoing winning streaks in professional baseball in the process, Pirates’ minor league affiliates picked up just one win on Friday night as bullpen woes led to a pair of blown leads.

Chad Hermansen News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 14 minutes ago

Pirates Fan Forum: Chad Hermansen

Welcome to the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network and a new episode of Pirates Fan Forum. In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Former

Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 1 hour ago

It never needed to be a damned debacle upon Skenes' arrival

I'd asked Paul Skenes what I'd hoped was a fun question Friday afternoon at PNC Park: How cool would it be to have best bud and conversational competitor Jared Jones pitching here on the night before his big-league debut?

Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 4 hours ago

Nick Gonzales Tore Up Triple-A, Now Hoping to Stay Hot With Pirates

In a move that seemed long overdue, the Pittsburgh Pirates recalled infielder Nick Gonzales from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday. Gonzales was among the hottest hitters in the International League this season.

Paul Skenes News / Action Network / 1 hour ago

Paul Skenes betting guide: Odds, prop picks and scouting report

Action Network MLB analyst Kenny Ducey breaks down the arrival of Pirates top prospect Paul Skenes, including how to bet Skenes in the betting market in his debut season.

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Arrival of top prospect puts pressure on Pirates management

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MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

Squandered Chances, Cubs’ Big Inning Sink Pirates 7-2

Despite not having his best stuff, rookie starter Jared Jones kept the Pittsburgh Pirates in the game with another quality start. However, a four-run seventh inning for the Chicago Cubs ensured the Pirates (17-22) would not mount a comeback and Pittsburgh fell 7-2 at PNC Park on Friday night.

MLB News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 6 minutes ago

Minor-league report: Bradenton picks up eighth win in a row; Curve rained out

A look at Friday’s minor-league action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (17-17) lost to Louisville, 3-0. The Indians were held to six singles and did not put a runner on base in the final three innings.

Daulton Jefferies News / MLB Trade Rumors / 42 minutes ago

Pirates acquire potential rotation arm from Giants

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired a starting arm from the Giants in pitcher Daulton Jefferies.

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

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

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Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 2 hours ago

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 / 11 hours 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.

Skenes betting guide: Odds, prop picks and scouting report

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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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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.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago