Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes showcased his talent during his MLB All-Star Game debut as he took the mound for the National League at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. The rookie pitcher faced off against notable players including Steven Kwan, Gunnar Henderson, Juan Soto, and Aaron Judge, impressively handling the lineup in his inning of play.

Skenes, who was the fifth rookie to start an All-Star Game, displayed his prowess by throwing 16 pitches, with 11 strikes, in a scoreless inning. Despite only pitching one inning, the 22-year-old left a mark on the game before being replaced in the second inning by Max Fried of the Atlanta Braves.

Having been the No. 1 overall pick by the Pirates in the 2023 MLB Draft, Skenes has swiftly risen in the baseball world to become one of the league’s top pitchers. With an impressive ERA of 1.90 and a 6-0 record in 11 starts this season, Skenes has solidified his position as a key player for the Pirates.

Following the All-Star break, the Pirates are set to resume play with a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies, where fans will be eager to see more stellar performances from Skenes on the mound.