Players To Watch

As the Pirates prepare to host the Reds at PNC Park, all eyes will be on Paul Skenes, the Buccos' standout starting pitcher. Over the last three games, Skenes has demonstrated remarkable consistency and control on the mound. With an impressive ERA of 1.125 and a WHIP of 0.5 in his recent outing against the Phillies, he has proven to be a formidable force in Pittsburgh's rotation. His ability to limit opposing hitters to a mere .143 on-base percentage while striking out batters at a rate of 10.125 per nine innings makes him a key player to watch in this matchup.