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Cardinals Hand Paul Skenes Career-Worst Outing in 5-3 Victory

Pirates ace Paul Skenes allowed a career-high five earned runs as St. Louis exploited pitching gaps to snap their losing streak.

Apr 9, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Erick Fedde (12) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Apr 9, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates teammates celebrate with catcher Joey Bart (shirtless) after Bart hit a game winning walk off single to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals in the thirteenth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Apr 9, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Joey Bart (14) hits a game winning walk off single to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals in the thirteenth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Paul Skenes gave up a career-high five earned runs in six innings, raising his ERA from 1.46 to 3.44 after a strong start to the season.
  • The St. Louis Cardinals capitalized on Skenes' missed pitches, scoring three runs in the third inning and two in the sixth to secure the win.
  • Skenes now holds an 0-3 career record against the Cardinals, the only team to consistently trouble the standout pitcher.
  • Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol pulled Erick Fedde after six hitless innings in the series finale, citing pitch count concerns.
  • The Pirates remain in last place in the NL Central, with high expectations continuing to weigh on Skenes after his stellar rookie season.