The Pittsburgh Pirates faced another tough loss, going down 7-1 against the Cincinnati Reds, which puts their record at a dismal 15-33 for the season. This performance places them at the bottom of the NL Central and second-to-last in the National League overall, trailing only the Colorado Rockies. Despite their struggles, they have a bright spot in rookie pitcher Paul Skenes, who is a Cy Young candidate with a season ERA of 2.44 and a WHIP of 0.94, ranking among the best in the league.

Rumors are swirling about Skenes' potential trade value, with experts suggesting that although the Pirates might be sellers at the trade deadline, moving him might not be the right move just yet. Other players like Dennis Santana, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Joey Bart could attract interest from contenders looking to bolster their rosters.