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Baseball Player Skenes Faces Health Concerns

Updated 2026-08-12 13:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Paul Skenes, a National League Cy Young Award winner, was removed from Tuesday's game after pitching just 65 pitches due to concerns about his fastball velocity. His health status remains under scrutiny.

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Skenes lifted after 65 pitches, mum on velo drop

Paul Skenes, battling another dip in his fastball velocity, was lifted after just 65 pitches in Tuesday's loss to the Marlins, leading to further speculation about the health status of the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner.

2026-08-12 14:30 UTC