Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes was masterful against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night at Chase Field, throwing eight scoreless innings in a 1-0 Pittsburgh victory . Skenes was nearly matched by Michael Soroka, who came up just short, allowing one run in 6.1 innings. The D-backs are now 17-18, going back to one game under .500. It's the third time they've been shut out this year, and the second time in five days. Pirates Co-closer Gregory Soto issued a one out walk in the ninth to Geraldo Perdomo, but retired Ketel Marte and Corbin Carroll to close it out for his second save. Skenes improved to 5-2 with a 2.36 ERA. Soroka fell to 4-2 with a 4.14 ERA. Diamondbacks nearly no-hit by Paul Skenes May 6, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J.…