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On today's episode, host Ethan Smith discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates' decision to shut down No. 1 pick Paul Skenes for the remainder of the 2023 season. Is it the right decision and what does it mean for Skenes heading into 2024?

Also, manager Derek Shelton appeared to suggest hitting coach Andy Haines and pitching coach Oscar Marin would be returning for the 2024 season. There are many opinions of both Haines and Marin and how will their returns effect the Pirates next season, and will those effects be positive or negative?

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