Paul Skenes may not be heading to the playoffs this fall, but he did find something arguably more valuable during All-Star week: time to recharge.
The Pittsburgh Pirates ace and girlfriend Olivia Dunne were spotted enjoying the sun in Montauk, taking advantage of a brief window to unwind as the second half of the MLB season looms.
Dunne posted snapshots from the beach while Skenes, though absent from the photos, was reportedly present – likely behind the camera. It’s a short break, but a welcome one for a pitcher carrying both elite numbers and a heavy load on a struggling team.
Through the first half of the season, Skenes has delivered consistently – maintaining an ERA under 2.00 – but the Pirates have failed to provide support. A 10-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox earlier this week underscored how little help he’s getting. For all his efforts, October baseball remains out of reach unless Pittsburgh engineers a midseason miracle or a trade.
A quiet All-Star week away from the spotlight
The trip to Montauk offered a rare chance for Skenes to breathe. While some players used the All-Star festivities to build their brand or compete, Skenes and Dunne opted for a low-profile reset. It was a brief but needed escape from the grind of a long, frustrating campaign.
For Dunne, the getaway also served as a reminder of her growing influence beyond gymnastics. She remains one of the most visible figures in college athletics and celebrity culture – and she appears to know exactly when and how to create space for her partner to decompress.
As the season picks back up, Pittsburgh’s playoff chances are slim. But for now, at least, Paul Skenes has had his moment in the sun – and if nothing else, a reminder that better days may still be ahead.
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