Paul Skenes: Pittsburgh Pirates Rookie Breaks Strikeout Record
Paul Skenes Breaks Long-Standing Rookie Record
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Paul Skenes has made waves in the baseball scene as he's added his name to the Pirates' history books! The Buccos ace struck out nine batters last night in a thrilling 3-2 win over the Marlins, setting a new record for the most strikeouts by a Pirates rookie, a record that stood for nearly 125 years.
Impressive Performance of the Season
Last night marked the sixth time this season that Skenes struck out nine or more batters. The rookie phenom was the No. 1 overall pick by the Pirates in the 2023 MLB Draft. Since then, he has taken the baseball world by storm, quickly rising as one of the league’s best pitchers and making a strong case for the National League’s Rookie of the Year.
- ERA: 2.10
- Wins: 10
- Innings Pitched: 120
- Games Started: 20
For more thrilling moments and updates on the Pirates, keep an eye on the season as Skenes continues to impress and solidify his legacy.
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