Noah Hiles: Who's to blame for Paul Skenes’ struggles? A deep dive reveals plenty of possibilities - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes faces scrutiny following a career-worst performance against the Philadelphia Phillies.
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The brief
Paul Skenes allowed 7 earned runs during a recent game against the Philadelphia Phillies, contributing to a loss for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Coverage indicates his recent performance is part of an ongoing trend of struggles.
Reports from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, TribLIVE.com, ESPN, and Yahoo Sports analyze the potential factors contributing to Skenes' current state. Concurrent coverage from NBC Sports Philadelphia notes that the Phillies have reached 11 games over .500, though Zack Wheeler has expressed dissatisfaction regarding a managerial decision.
Future reports will likely track Skenes' recovery and team adjustments. Coverage does not yet specify the long-term impact of these performance issues on the Pirates' season or the specific nature of the technical or strategic adjustments required.
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Quick answers
What was the result of Paul Skenes' recent performance?
He allowed a career-worst 7 earned runs in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
What is the status of the Philadelphia Phillies?
They have reached a season-high 11 games over .500.
Is the cause of Skenes' struggles known?
Coverage does not yet specify a singular cause, though analysts are investigating multiple possibilities.
Coverage (7)
- Peachy Skenes: Phillies 10, Pirates 6 The Good Phight · 1h ago
- Turner, Phils pass elite-pitching test after tagging Skenes for 8 runs MLB.com · 1h ago
- Beyond the Bylines: Paul Skenes is broken; the Penguins have ‘other brother syndrome’ again TribLIVE.com · 3h ago
- As Phillies reach season-high 11 games over .500, Zack Wheeler is upset with skipper's decision NBC Sports Philadelphia · 3h ago
- Pirates SP Paul Skenes gets tagged for career-worst 7 earned runs vs. Phillies Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Paul Skenes' struggles continue as Pirates fall to Phillies ESPN · 3h ago
- Noah Hiles: Who's to blame for Paul Skenes’ struggles? A deep dive reveals plenty of possibilities Pittsburgh Post-Gazette · 3h ago
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