Paul Skenes set a high standard for any other Pirates pitcher since last season when he earned the Rookie of the Year award, which surprised no one. He quickly established himself as the best pitcher in the team’s rotation.
His relationship with LSU gymnastics star Livvy Dunne has become one of the most talked-about topics in the sports world. The couple, who have been together since their college days, has captured attention as they navigate the MLB stage together. Recently, a heartwarming moment he shared with a child sparked even more conversation.
Meanwhile, Livvy is preparing for the NCAA regionals this week. After leading the LSU gymnastics team to yet another SEC championship, they are on the path to defend their title and potentially become NCAA champions for the second consecutive year. This marks Livvy’s fifth and final year as a “super senior.”
On Thursday, Paul delivered a strong performance, pitching 5.1 innings against the Marlins. He struck out 7 batters, allowed 3 hits, and gave up only 2 earned runs. Unfortunately, the Pirates lost to Miami in the first extra innings walk-off of the season.
This season has the potential to be one of the best for any pitcher. Paul is receiving support in the pitching rotation from Mitch Keller and Jared Jones (despite being injured), as well as Bailey Falter and Andrew Heaney. Fans are also excited about the development of his teammate, Bubba Chandler.
While the Pirates may not be a team that many expect to perform well this season, having Skenes on the roster brings hope for some exciting baseball.
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