Paul Skenes performs well as Pirates rout Braves in Atlanta
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:46 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Paul Skenes pitched six innings for the Pittsburgh Pirates during their game against the Atlanta Braves on July 7, 2026, allowing only two earned runs. Skenes' performance showed improvement despite ongoing concerns about his declining fastball velocity. He recorded eight hits, one walk, and four strikeouts while throwing 95 pitches, with an overall better statistical output compared to previous outings. The Pirates will look to build on this performance moving forward.
- •Skenes allowed 2 runs, improving his 5.12 ERA in recent starts.
- •Pirates managed to secure a win against the Braves.
- •Skenes' fastball velocity has declined inning-by-inning.
- •He recorded 4 strikeouts and gave up 8 hits.
- •This marks a strong outing for Skenes after a rough stretch.
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"Pittsburgh had a good night, and Skenes did enough to get the win.
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