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Skenes ordered a birthday cake for Jake Mangum, then surprised him in the Pirates’ clubhouse during spring training.
Mangum confirmed the prank and hinted at potential teammate payback later in the season.
Mangum has appeared in eight Grapefruit League games for Pittsburgh, batting .348/.375/.478 with a .853 OPS.
Mangum’s versatility has allowed him to play multiple outfield positions for the Pirates in spring games.
Mangum joined the Pirates in a December three-team trade that reshaped the roster.
Skenes is preparing for his first Team USA start in the World Baseball Classic against Mexico.
The game against Mexico could influence Skenes’ potential knockout-stage opportunities in the WBC.
Skenes is aiming to replicate his Cy Young-winning form in 2026 for the Pirates.
Pirates OnSI continues to provide updates on Skenes, Mangum, and related team developments.
Mangum’s leadership and work ethic are highlighted as qualities Pirates fans value in undervalued players.

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sports23h ago

A new IMG Academy survey of more than 1,650 youth sports families finds 83% say expanding NCAA roster opportunities should be the top priority as college athletics evolves.
Only 14% of families list new compensation for student-athletes as their primary concern, while 4% prioritize whether athletes should be employees.
The survey shows race to protect roster chances influences family decisions, with nearly 23% considering extending high school to improve odds.
Among families chasing major conference programs, 36% consider extending high school to boost roster chances, while 64% say they are not.
Among families not targeting major conferences, 15% consider extending high school, with 85% not pursuing it.
The report describes a disconnect between national debates on compensation and the priorities of youth sport families.
IMG Academy links the findings to policy actions through its #AddMoreAthletes initiative to expand participation opportunities.
The study emphasizes balancing expanded roster opportunities with NIL and compensation models as college sports evolve.
The findings suggest listening to the voices of nearly 75 million youth sports participants and families is crucial for shaping the future of college athletics.
IMG Academy notes the need for reforms that increase opportunities while ensuring fair consideration of NIL and compensation.

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sports19h ago

The Pirates released Esmerlyn Valdez and Brandan Bidois as part of spring roster cuts.
The moves are part of standard early-season roster management ahead of the regular season.
Valdez and Bidois were among players evaluated for depth in pitching and field positions.
No further details on subsequent assignments or signings were provided in the initial report.
The cuts illustrate the Pirates’ ongoing effort to optimize their core roster for the season.

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