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Pirates Face Growing Questions About Paul Skenes’ Future as Trade Rumors Intensify

Despite insider speculation, a trade of the young ace appears unlikely this season, with contenders preparing potential offers for the future.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 18: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates throws a pitch in the first inning during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on May 18, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 11: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates throws a pitch in the first inning amb at American Family Field on July 11, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 11: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks in from bullpen before start of game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on July 11, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Overview

  • The Pittsburgh Pirates, struggling at 15-33 and having fired manager Derek Shelton, are expected to focus on selling assets at the trade deadline.
  • Paul Skenes, the 2024 NL Rookie of the Year and All-Star, remains under team control through 2029, making him one of MLB’s most valuable assets.
  • Insider Jeff Passan has suggested the Pirates should consider trading Skenes now if they cannot sign him long-term, while Ken Rosenthal believes a trade is improbable this season.
  • Teams like the Cubs, Yankees, Dodgers, and Phillies are reportedly monitoring Skenes, with some exploring hypothetical prospect-rich trade proposals.
  • The Pirates’ financial limitations and lack of competitive moves have fueled speculation about their ability to retain Skenes in the long term.