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Who Could the Pirates Take First Overall in the 2023 MLB Draft? - Pirates Prospects
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Pirates use 2023 MLB draft to beef up pitching depth with SEC arms
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Paul Skenes drafted No. 1 by Pirates in 2023 MLB Draft
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Pirates select pitcher Paul Skenes first overall in 2023 MLB Draft
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Lake Forest's Paul Skenes headlines local players chosen in MLB amateur draft – Orange County Register
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MLB Draft 2023 LIVE updates — Paul Skenes goes number one to Pittsburgh Pirates as LSU teammates make baseball history
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With the first pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates select Paul Skenes!
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LSU baseball in NCAA Tournament super regional vs. Kentucky: How to watch, buy tickets
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Paul Skenes drafted No. 1 by Pirates in 2023 MLB Draft
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Pittsburgh Pirates select LSU baseball's Paul Skenes in MLB Draft 2023
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Paul Skenes picked No. 1 by Pirates in 2023 MLB Draft after stellar season at LSU
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Pirates Select Paul Skenes With No. 1 Pick in MLB Draft - Sports Illustrated
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MLB Draft Preview, Part Two: Where Will LSU's Draft Eligible Players Will Land? - And The Valley Shook
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