Skenes was named the 2024 National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year on Monday.

Skenes fanned three over two perfect innings during Saturday's 9-4 win over the Yankees.

Skenes did not factor into the decision in Wednesday's loss to the Cubs, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits and one walk while striking out six in five innings.

The Pirates currently have no plans to shut Skenes down but are considering shortening his starts, Ken Rosenthal, Stephen J. Nesbitt and Zack Meisel of The Athletic report.

Skenes (7-2) picked up the win in Friday's 5-3 victory over the Mariners, giving up two runs on three hits and four walks over six innings. He struck out six.

Skenes (6-2) took the loss against the Dodgers on Saturday, allowing four runs on six hits and one walk over six innings. He struck out eight.

Skenes didn't factor into the decision Sunday against the Diamondbacks, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks across 5.1 innings. He struck out four.

Skenes (6-0) picked up the win Thursday against Milwaukee, allowing no hits, a walk and a hit by pitch with 11 strikeouts over seven scoreless innings.

Skenes did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing one run on six hits and a walk over seven innings against the Rays. He struck out eight.

Skenes (2-0) picked up the win in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader split with the Tigers, allowing two runs on three hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out nine.