Pirates move up in power rankings amid Paul Skenes concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have improved in power rankings, moving from No. 18 to No. 17. They recently won a series against the Boston Red Sox 2-1 after being swept by the Miami Marlins. However, concerns are mounting regarding ace Paul Skenes, who has a 5.79 ERA over his last nine starts. Missing key players like Ryan O'Hearn and Konnor Griffin, both on the injured list, adds to their challenges. As a result, the Pirates are currently 6.5 games out of the last wild card spot in the National League.
- •Pirates move up in power rankings to No. 17.
- •They won a series against the Red Sox 2-1.
- •Paul Skenes has a 5.79 ERA over his last nine starts.
- •Ryan O'Hearn and Konnor Griffin are on the injured list.
- •Pirates trail by 6.5 games for a wild card spot.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates improved in power rankings despite looming Paul Skenes dilemma
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