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5 unlikely Pirates pitching seasons that topped Paul Skenes' 10-10 record

Paul Skenes' 10-10 record has been bested by many different Pirates pitchers, even by ones who you wouldn't have suspected.

Sep 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) stands for the national anthem before the game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes just put a cap on what was an absolutely historic sophomore campaign. In his second year in the Major Leagues, Skenes put up a 1.97 ERA/218 ERA+, a 2.