Pirates' Paul Skenes Faces Orioles' Jackson Holliday in High-Profile Spring Training Matchup
The game highlighted the talent of recent No. 1 draft picks, showcasing a promising future for both teams.
- Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes, the top pick of 2023, faced off against Baltimore Orioles' Jackson Holliday, the top pick of 2022, in a Grapefruit League game.
- Skenes retired Holliday on a grounder to second base in their first matchup, also facing 2019 No. 1 pick Adley Rutschman.
- The game featured four former No. 1 overall draft picks, emphasizing the young talent in MLB.
- San Francisco Giants' Tristan Beck diagnosed with an aneurysm in his arm, considering treatment options.
- Tampa Bay Rays add depth by signing catcher Francisco Mejía to a minor league contract and report hip inflammation for Josh Lowe.