Pittsburgh Pirates rookie sensation Paul Skenes will start for the National League in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. The nod is much deserved, as Skenes has been one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball.
"It's cool," Skenes said before Friday night's game at the Chicago White Sox. "Being able to say you started an All-Star Game in the first place is cool, but getting an opportunity to do it in my rookie year is really cool also. I'm just going to try and take it in."
The 22 year old 6’6” pitcher made his debut on May 11 and has struck out 89 batters with only 13 walks. He has a stellar ERA of 1.90 and has turned heads across the league.
Skenes is also undefeated thus far, as he has a 6-0 record as a starter. In his last win, he had seven no hit innings against the Brewers this past Thursday.
National League All-Star manager Torey Lovullo of the Arizona Diamondbacks informed Skenes and the public of his decision Friday morning by calling into Skenes' interview on the "Dan Patrick Show."
"Paul, first of all, how are you doing? I just wanted to congratulate you. I've chosen you to be the starter for the National League in the 2024 All-Star Game," Lovullo said. "I'm really, really excited for you. Unbelievable honor. So well deserved. We're super excited to make this announcement.
"You represent so many great things that this game craves. It's such a great story. The way you've come on the scene, the way you've done it with such humbleness, it's noticeable. I'll be honored to be your manager. I'll be honored to see you throw your first pitch."
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