The Pirates lose a seventh straight Paul Skenes start on a controversial ending in Colorado - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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1. 9d ago

   Pirates' Paul Skenes Loses Seventh Straight Start

   Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has lost seven consecutive starts, with his latest loss coming in a controversial ending in Colorado. Skenes has struggled with his command, allowing 13 runs over 14.1 innings pitched in his last three starts. His average fastball velocity has dropped to 97 mph, contributing to his poor performance.

   Why it matters

   The Pirates are in a rare push for playoff contention, and Skenes' struggles are costing them valuable ground. The team has now lost nine consecutive games started by Skenes, with his career-worst stretch raising concerns about his reliability.

   What is confirmed

   • Paul Skenes has lost seven consecutive starts.
   • Skenes has allowed 13 runs over 14.1 innings pitched in his last three starts.
   • His average fastball velocity has dropped to 97 mph.
   • The Pirates have now lost nine consecutive games started by Skenes.

   What to watch next

   • Skenes' next start and performance.
   • The Pirates' playoff chances and how Skenes' struggles impact them.
   • Any adjustments Skenes makes to his pitching or training regimen.
   Sources used for this update (4)

   1. sports.yahoo.com — Pirates' Paul Skenes Reveals Reason for Struggles Against Reds
   2. sports.yahoo.com — Pirates Insider Reveals Worrisome Reason Paul Skenes is Struggling
   3. www.cbssports.com — How Paul Skenes' relative rough patch is costing the Pirates amid a rare push for playoff contention
   4. nypost.com — Paul Skenes’ struggles are starting to become a real worry as velocity dips
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2. 21d ago

   Pirates Lose Ninth Straight Paul Skenes Start

   The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost nine consecutive games started by Paul Skenes. The most recent loss occurred on Wednesday, July 1. Skenes has faced a career-worst stretch during this slump.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Pirates lost Paul Skenes' ninth straight start on Wednesday, July 1.
   • The Pirates previously lost a seventh consecutive Skenes start in a 2-1 loss to the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.
   • Skenes allowed a career-worst 7 earned runs in a start against the Phillies.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Paul Skenes feels his turnaround is coming sooner than later.
   • Konnor Griffin hit a leadoff home run in the eighth consecutive loss of the streak.
   Sources used for this update (16)

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   5. PIRATES POSTCAST: Paul Skenes STRUGGLES in Series-Opening 6-4 Loss to the Reds
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   7. What's Happening? Pirates' Paul Skenes Battling First MLB Slump
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3. 57d ago

   Pirates Lose Seventh Straight Paul Skenes Start in Colorado

   The Pittsburgh Pirates fell 2-1 to the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Paul Skenes took the loss after six innings of two-run ball. A controversial interference call in the ninth inning ended the game.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Colorado Rockies defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1.
   • Paul Skenes took the loss, dropping his record to 6-7.
   • This was the seventh consecutive loss in a Paul Skenes start.
   • Skenes pitched six innings and allowed two runs.
   • The game ended on a controversial call in the ninth inning.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The Pirates are in danger of a sweep by the majors-worst Rockies.
   • The Pirates are currently 38-39.
   • Billy Cook was ruled to have interfered with the ball during a play by Jake Mangum.
   • The crowd at Coors Field numbered 40,380.
   • The game featured an inside-the-park home run.
   Sources used for this update (12)

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   4. Breaking down that bizarre game-ending play in the Pirates-Rockies game
   5. Sugano and the Rockies sink Skenes and the Pirates in a 2-1 pitchers’ duel
   6. Pirates Make MLB History After Defeats to Rockies
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   9. Another Quality Start, Another Loss for Pirates Ace Paul Skenes
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