Paul Skenes is set to take the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they host the Milwaukee Brewers in an NL Central showdown on July 12, 2026. Skenes is looking to build on his latest start against the Atlanta Braves on July 7, where he pitched six innings and gave up eight hits but only allowed runs in a 12-4 victory at home.
What happened in Skenes' last start?
Skenes' latest start was his first victory since May 12, ending a nine-game skid without a win. He pitched six innings, giving up eight hits but only allowing runs in a 12-4 victory at home.
How does Skenes match up against the Brewers?
This is Skenes' second time pitching against the Brewers this season, back on April 24. Skenes pitched seven shutout innings with only one hit allowed in a 6-0 victory on the road. The Pirates hope he can have similar levels of success in today's game.
Who is Skenes facing off against?
Skenes is facing off against Jacob Misiorowski, who has 10 wins in the first half with an ERA under 2.00. Misiorowski is one of nine pitchers in all of Major League Baseball with 10 wins in the first half. In his last start on July 7 against the St. Louis Cardinals, he pitched seven innings, giving up three hits and three earned runs in a 4-3 victory at Busch Stadium.
What's at stake for Skenes?
Skenes is coming off of winning the Cy Young Award, and he might be passing the torch to Jacob Misiorowski by the end of the season. Skenes will look to prove himself against one of the top pitchers in the league.
Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Peacock
Pitching Matchup: Jacob Misiorowski (10-4, 1.62 ERA) vs. Paul Skenes (6-8, 3.62 ERA)