It’s a rare occasion when Paul Skenes takes the mound and isn’t the major storyline. But Friday afternoon in Chicago fit that bill, as Skenes pitched only five frames, tying a season low, in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2-1 win in 10 innings over the Cubs.

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Despite the reigning NL rookie of the year's presence on the mound against them, the Cubs should take the win, as the Pirates are not expected to score more than two runs. Luis Castillo and Gavin ...