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In sum, the Pirates’ situation with Paul Skins encapsulates the wider struggles of the franchise—an organization lacking the strategic prowess to develop or retain top talent, and a fanbase that endures the turmoil with unwavering loyalty. Whether Skins remains in Pittsburgh or joins a team like the Yankees, his departure feels inevitable, echoing the fate of many talented players who once called Pittsburgh home. The next chapter in this ongoing story will reveal whether the Pirates can finally turn the tide and start rebuilding or continue their cycle of frustration.