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The Pittsburgh Pirates are making a huge bet on rookie Konnor Griffin with a $140 million contract. Meanwhile, the Masters golf tournament is underway, and Alex Ovechkin faces a decision about his hockey future.
Pirates coach Don Kelly was ejected after a heated argument with an umpire over a missed strike call on Johan Suarez. The controversial call in the sixth inning led to Kelly's removal from the game and raised questions about the officiating.
Top prospect Paul Skenes was forced out of the game in the first inning after costly errors by Oneil Cruz. Cruz's defensive misplays and a bizarre bat flip added to a frustrating day for the Pirates.
Paul Skenes discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates' hot start, the viral "Hoist the Cone" celebration, and the excitement surrounding young talent like Connor Bednar. He also shares his thoughts on the ABS system and his continued work with the Gary Sinise Foundation.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have adopted "Hoist The Cone," a slogan from a Fanatics t-shirt misprint, as their new rallying cry. This quirky tradition comes as pitcher Paul Skenes shows improvement, and the team looks to build on recent wins.
ESPN's 'Get Up' panel reminisces about baseball's opening day optimism, with Greeny sharing a hilarious, drunken tale from a Pittsburgh Pirates game. They also debate the best venues in sports and discuss the overwhelming favoritism for the Los Angeles Dodgers to win the World Series.
Pete Crow-Armstrong lauded his longtime friend Paul Skenes for his exceptional maturity and focus, even amidst significant attention. Crow-Armstrong highlighted Skenes' ability to "carry himself better than anybody our age" and remain "unbothered" by external pressures, suggesting his dedication is key to his early career success.
