Skenes pulled after 65 pitches, velocity drops again
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- Paul Skenes was pulled after just 65 pitches in Tuesday's loss to the Marlins as he battled another dip in his fastball velocity.
- The early hookup and persistent velocity concern have fueled further speculation about the health status of the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner, who declined to address the issue publicly.
Why it matters: Pulling a reigning Cy Young winner after 65 pitches because of a velocity drop is an unusual in-game decision, and the pitcher's silence on the matter leaves the Pirates without a stated explanation for fans and fantasy owners trying to gauge his near-term availability.
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