Paul Skenes reflects on odd season amid Pirates' losing streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Paul Skenes expressed frustration after the Pittsburgh Pirates fell to 6-11 in games he started, following a 6-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on June 26. The Pirates have now lost eight consecutive games when Skenes takes the mound, with the last win dating back to May 12. Skenes has recorded a 1.08 ERA in eight starts prior to this stretch but has seen his ERA rise to 3.10 this season. Despite the results, Skenes stated he is happy with his performance overall and aims to continue improving.
- •Paul Skenes holds a 6-11 record this season in games he started.
- •Pirates have lost eight straight games with Skenes on the mound.
- •Skenes recorded a 1.08 ERA over eight starts prior to the current skid.
- •His ERA has risen to 3.10 through 17 starts this season.
- •The Pirates last won with Skenes pitching on May 12 against the Rockies.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates’ Paul Skenes on ‘Odd’ Season: ‘I’m Happy With it Overall’
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