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11 May 2024


NextImg:Paul Skenes strikes out first two batters, hits 102 mph in insane first MLB inning

Welcome to The Show, Paul Skenes.

The top pitching prospect, making his MLB debut with the Pirates on Saturday afternoon, struck out the first two hitters he faced in the big leagues.

Skenes whiffed leadoff man Mike Tauchman after a six-pitch battle before he made quick work of Seiya Suzuki with a three-pitch punchout.

He walked Cody Bellinger but got a deep flyout from Christopher Morel to end his first frame with Pittsburgh.

In just one inning, he hit 100 mph or better 10 times, including a 102 mph offering to Bellinger.

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) heads to the bullpen to warm up before making his major league debut against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Skenes dominated in Triple-A to start the year, holding a 0.99 ERA with 45 strikeouts.

Now, he’s officially brought the heat at the game’s highest level.