Overview

• Paul Skenes, the Pirates' young ace and reigning NL Rookie of the Year, has delivered strong performances in his first two starts, allowing just two earned runs across 12 1/3 innings.
• The Pirates have started the 2025 season with a disappointing 2-6 record, leading to visible fan frustration, including boos and chants of 'Sell the team' during the home opener.
• Fans also directed their ire at owner Bob Nutting and manager Derek Shelton, with a plane banner calling for Nutting to sell the team flying over PNC Park.
• Skenes placed responsibility for the team's struggles on the players, stating, 'Mr. Nutting and Shelty aren’t the ones playing... We've got to play better.'
• Despite the poor start, Skenes remains optimistic about the season, noting that it is early and expressing confidence in the team's ability to turn things around.