Expect extra-motivated Paul Skenes in Thursday matinee as Pirates ace is winless in career vs. rival Cardinals

Pirates ace Paul Skenes hasn't beaten the Cardinals in six career starts
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Pirates ace Paul Skenes hasn't beaten the Cardinals in six career starts
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