Pirates' Paul Skenes Admits Learning New Pitches to Skyrocket Trade Value

BRADENTON, FL - Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes has been hard at work refining his skills, according to recent reports. Skenes, who is reportedly developing two new pitches in his arsenal for the upcoming 2025 season, has a clear goal in mind: elevating his trade value. While the quote "Anything to up my trade value" wasn't directly from Skenes, as far as we know, sources close to the situation suggest the sentiment rings true.

Skenes, eager to make a move, reportedly cannot wait to be traded at the deadline. Speculation is rife about his potential destinations, with the Atlanta Braves, North Japan Samurai, and Baltimore Orioles being among the top contenders. Interestingly, Skenes has a specific no-trade clause in his contract, exclusively for the Los Angeles Dodgers, as he wishes to avoid any salary deferment, per his agent's statement.

Adding a personal touch to the trade rumors, Skenes' girlfriend, Livvy Dunne, a prominent social media influencer and MLB ambassador, expressed her excitement on social media, stating, "I can't wait to be an Atlanta Brave with Paul."

While the Pirates have yet to comment on these developments, the baseball community is buzzing with anticipation over where Skenes might land and how his new pitches, reported to be a Slutter and Double Slutter, will influence his performance and market value. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story.