He’s here.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have promoted Paul Skenes to the Major Leagues. They announced the upcoming move in a social media video highlighting the dominating pitcher.
5.11.24 pic.twitter.com/fPh1beCkwn
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) May 8, 2024
Last year’s No. 1 overall pick totaled a 0.99 ERA and 0.91 WHIP in 27.1 innings and struck out 45 hitters. Skenes allowed two runs in 4.1 innings on Sunday, the most of any start this season, and delivered 67 pitches.
A 2023 National Champion at LSU who consistently throws 100 mph with his fastball, Skenes is one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball and drew comparisons to Stephen Strasburg during the draft process.