Overview

• GM Ben Cherington said that trading Skenes "is not at all part of the conversation," shutting down recent speculation
• The 23-year-old ace has a 2.15 ERA in 12 appearances this season with quality starts in 10 of those games
• Skenes has not held any contract extension talks with the team and remains under club control through the 2030 season Owner Bob Nutting’s frugal approach has left the Pirates with one of MLB’s lowest payrolls at approximately $114.2 million
• A proposed Mets trade package of four top prospects highlights Skenes’ high value but remains unconfirmed