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Pirates Declare Paul Skenes Untouchable Amid Trade Rumors

Team sources and MLB insiders confirm Pittsburgh has no plans to trade their star pitcher in 2025 despite speculation from analysts and rival interest.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 27: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates looks on against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fifth inning at Dodger Stadium on April 27, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
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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Overview

  • The Pittsburgh Pirates maintain that Paul Skenes is a cornerstone of their future and will not be traded this season, per a team source and MLB insider Ken Rosenthal.
  • Skenes, the 2024 NL Rookie of the Year, remains under team control through the 2029 season, making a trade unlikely despite his high market value.
  • Jeff Passan suggested the Pirates should consider trading Skenes if they believe re-signing him is improbable, but no formal discussions have occurred.
  • Proposed trade packages from teams like the Yankees and Cubs highlight the potential value Skenes could command, though insiders view such deals as speculative for now.
  • The Pirates' dismal 15-33 record and ownership's low spending have reignited debates about the franchise's ability to build a competitive team around Skenes.