PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes wants the ball. All the time. Yet the only pitcher in major league history to start the All-Star Game in each of his first two seasons also understands the Pittsburgh Pirates are intent on playing the long game with his electric right arm.

Paul Skenes tamed the Tigers in another sterling performance on the mound Monday night to help the Pirates secure their 40th win.

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes comes back for his first outing since the All-Star Game last week. Skenes will take on the Detroit