Pittsburgh Pirates Postpone Paul Skenes’s Start
The Pittsburgh Pirates have postponed pitcher Paul Skenes's start by three days, shifting his appearance from Sunday against the Red Sox to Wednesday against the Tigers in Pittsburgh. Manager Don Kelly stated the decision was not injury-related but aimed at…
Pittsburgh, PA, August 16, 2026 —
PITTSBURGH – The Pittsburgh Pirates have adjusted their pitching rotation, postponing right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes’s scheduled start by three days. Skenes was originally slated to pitch on Sunday against the Boston Red Sox. His next appearance will now be on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers, with the game taking place in Pittsburgh.
Pirates Manager Don Kelly confirmed that the decision to postpone Skenes’s start was not due to any injury. Instead, the move is intended to provide Skenes and other members of the pitching staff with additional rest.
The specific reasons for the increased rest were not detailed, but the team is opting for a precautionary measure to manage pitcher workload. Skenes has been a notable presence in the Pirates’ rotation since his debut.
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