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Paul Skenes LSU Pirates record signing bonus
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Skenes signs record deal with Pirates
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The Pittsburgh Pirates select Paul Skenes with the first pick : r/mlb
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MLB Draft Slotting Increases, Still Lags Behind NBA, NFL
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Paul Skenes Signing News Conference - July 18, 2023
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Pirates select LSU pitcher Paul Skenes No. 1 - Bucs Dugout
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MLB world praises Pittsburgh Pirates for Paul Skenes selection
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Pirates sign Louisiana State RHP Paul Skenes to record $9.2
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Pirates sign No. 1 overall pick Paul Skenes to record bonus of
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Pirates Draft LSU Ace Paul Skenes With No. 1 Pick In 2023 Draft