Drooping Pirates look for jolt from hot prospect Paul Skenes

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The already-considerable buzz surrounding Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes only heightens ahead of his scheduled major league debut against the visiting Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

The 21-year-old Skenes made a rapid ascent through the minor leagues after he was the No. 1 overall pick inlast year's major league draft. He earned this week's promotion after dominating