1 year ago
Skenes to Start as Pirates Face Padres Amid Cruz Injury Concerns
The Pittsburgh Pirates are playing the San Diego Padres tonight!
Their star pitcher, Paul Skenes, is expected to play.
He's been doing great this season, with a low ERA and lots of strikeouts.
The team is hoping to win to break a losing streak against the Padres.
The game is at PNC Park, and fans are excited to watch.
Meanwhile, Oneil Cruz is also out due to a back injury, adding some uncertainty to the team's lineup.
Paul Skenes is expected to pitch for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the San Diego Padres.
The game is scheduled for 5:10 p.m. ET at PNC Park.
Skenes has a 2.15 ERA and 77 strikeouts this season.
The Pirates are looking to end a losing streak against the Padres.
Oneil Cruz is also expected to be out with back tightness.
- Who
- Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates versus the San Diego Padres.
- What
- Paul Skenes is expected to pitch against the San Diego Padres.
- Where
- PNC Park, Pittsburgh
- When
- Tonight at 5:10 p.m. ET
- Why
- The Pirates aim to win and end their losing streak.
Key facts
- Teams
- Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres
- Game Time
- 5:10 p.m. ET
- Location
- PNC Park
- Pirates Record
- 21-36 (as of June 1, 2025)
- Skenes' ERA
- 2.15
- Skenes' Strikeouts
- 77
- Oneil Cruz Status
- Out due to back tightness
