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Paul Skenes Shines in Historic MLB Game as Olivia Dunne Adds Playful Commentary

Skenes delivers a dominant performance for the Pirates, forming the first-ever MLB battery of No. 1 picks, while Dunne humorously rates his on-field tumble.

Overview

  • Paul Skenes pitched six standout innings for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Washington Nationals, allowing just one earned run and lowering his ERA to 2.96.
  • The game marked MLB history as Skenes and catcher Henry Davis became the first-ever battery of No. 1 overall draft picks.
  • During the game, Skenes stumbled while attempting a fielding play, a moment that quickly gained attention on social media.
  • Olivia Dunne, Skenes’ girlfriend and an LSU gymnast, humorously rated his tumble a '9.8' on Instagram, deducting points for the landing.
  • Dunne is also competing in her fifth and final NCAA Gymnastics Championships, following LSU's recent SEC Championship victory.

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