Paul Skenes suddenly looks human again as Pirates’ problems keep growing
Paul Skenes faced significant challenges in his recent game against the Toronto Blue Jays, marking his second consecutive struggle. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace allowed nine hits and four earned runs, raising concerns about his performance. This downturn comes after a season where he had been nearly untouchable on the mound.
- ▪Paul Skenes struggled in a 5-2 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays, allowing nine hits and four earned runs.
- ▪He only struck out two batters, a stark contrast to his previous performance where he had 63 strikeouts in 55 innings.
- ▪The Blue Jays capitalized on Skenes' vulnerabilities, scoring four runs in a pivotal sixth inning.
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