BUILD: Will the Pittsburgh Pirates Finally INVEST in Paul Skenes and Chase Playoff GLORY?

<p>Pittsburgh Pirates’ window to contend may be now, but will ownership seize it—or squander Paul Skenes’ prime? Sully and Gary Morgan spotlight the ace’s Cy Young season, talk the urgency of adding legitimate bats, and weigh whether a long-awaited playoff run is possible before Skenes dons pinstripes or Dodgers blue. With key players like Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz coming off down years and prospects like Bubba Chandler and Hunter Barco rising, the pressure’s on to surround Skenes with Major League talent.</p><p> </p><p>The hosts break down potential moves, including the need for power bats—think Kyle Schwarber or Ryan O’Hearn—and discuss the outfield flux, Henry Davis’ catching future, and how NL Central rivals like the Cincinnati Reds are shaping up. Can the Pirates transform smart pitching depth into postseason glory, or will front office inertia waste a generational arm? Get insider insights and bold predictions on Pittsburgh’s path forward.</p><p>Follow Locked on Pirates on Tw...