Paul Skenes removed after just 65 pitches — and without hitting 97 mph
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes was pulled early from a game, sparking debate over his performance and the team's strategy.
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- The Pirates won't trade Paul Skenes, but here's how his value has taken a hit FanSided · 8h ago
- Panic Grows for Paul Skenes, Padres Have Come Alive & Pope Mania Reaches New High for White Sox Yahoo Sports · 8h ago
- Is It Time for the Pirates to Be Worried About Paul Skenes? Yahoo Sports · 8h ago
- The Paul Skenes puzzle. Plus: Re-meet this former FedEx driver turned MLBer nytimes.com · 8h ago
- Tim Benz: Pulling Paul Skenes after 65 pitches was a ‘white flag’ moment from Don Kelly TribLIVE.com · 8h ago
- Paul Skenes shows diminished velocity in defeat NBC Sports · 19h ago
- Don Kelly Addresses Pirates Controversial Paul Skenes Decision Sports Illustrated · 19h ago
- Highlights: Pirates at Marlins (8/11) Stream of Major League Baseball CBS Sports · 19h ago
- Paul Skenes removed after just 65 pitches — and without hitting 97 mph New York Post · 19h ago
What happened
Paul Skenes was removed from a game after throwing just 65 pitches. The New York Post noted that he did not reach his usual velocity of 97 mph. NBC Sports also observed Skenes' diminished velocity.
The decision was controversial. Don Kelly, the Pirates' manager, addressed the move in an interview with Sports Illustrated. The game's highlights were streamed by CBS Sports.
Skenes' early exit and the team's strategy remain under scrutiny.
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Why was Paul Skenes removed from the game?
Skenes was removed after throwing 65 pitches and failing to reach his usual velocity of 97 mph. The decision was controversial and addressed by Pirates manager Don Kelly.
What was the outcome of the game?
The outcome of the game is not specified in the coverage.
What is the current status of Paul Skenes?
The current status of Paul Skenes is not specified in the coverage.
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