Former LSU right-hander Paul Skenes, the No. 1 pick in the
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Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Skenes will begin his pro career at the Florida Complex League in Bradenton.
“We obviously love the ability and what the future holds,” Cherington said. “But we’re really excited Paul Skenes the person is going to be a Pirate.”
LSU teammate Dylan Crews, the No. 2 pick in the draft to the Nationals, hasn’t signed yet. Detroit signed No. 3 pick Max Clark, an outfielder from Franklin Community High School in Indiana, to a deal that includes a $7.7 million bonus.
