Paul Skenes’ recent rough outing against the Tigers—four and a third innings, three runs—highlighted ongoing command struggles despite extra rest, a first in his MLB career. Though his velocity and strikeouts were strong, offspeed pitches faltered and walks piled up, marking a sharp contrast to his early-season dominance. Still, Skenes stays optimistic, focusing on physical health and long-term growth, while the Pirates rallied for a win thanks to late-game heroics. He’s tuning out noise, staying grounded, and trusting the process as he navigates this slump after his Rookie of the Year and Cy Young triumphs.

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