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Paul Skenes Called Up By Pittsburgh Pirates

The Paul Skenes era begins this weekend.

Former LSU ace, College World Series Most Outstanding Player, and No. 1 overall pick Paul Skenes got the call up by the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday afternoon. Skenes, the current No. 3 overall Minor League prospect, will make his debut on Saturday as the Pirates host the Chicago Cubs.

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— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) May 8, 2024

Skenes has been dominant in Triple-A Indianapolis this season. In seven starts and 27 and 13 innings, Skenes has a ridiculous 0.