Paul Skenes, the National League Rookie of the Year, expressed little concern about his future with the Pittsburgh Pirates. At just 22 years old, Skenes made a significant impact during his debut season, boasting an impressive 1.96 ERA over 23 starts. Despite speculation about the franchise's spending habits this offseason, he remains focused on the upcoming season and the team's potential for improvement.

The Pirates have secured some core players like Bryan Reynolds and Mitch Keller but face pressure to maximize their time with Skenes before he becomes arbitration-eligible after 2026. Skenes, however, is primarily focused on helping the Pirates return to playoff contention.