Pirates' playoff collapse

Pirates' playoff odds collapsed from 47.6% to 7.7% in 15 days, reminiscent of 2012. Injuries to O'Hearn, Cruz, Griffin and Skenes' inability to stop skids are key factors. Team now 4.5 games back in wild card. Recent reports highlight Skenes' mechanical issues and low pitch count; he has a 6.26 ERA in his last 8 starts after being shut out by Marlins on Aug 12.