Paul Skenes Makes History as Youngest Pitcher to Start Consecutive All-Star Games

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has been officially named the National League's starting pitcher for the upcoming All-Star Game, a remarkable achievement that solidifies his status as one of baseball's rising stars. This selection marks his second consecutive start in just his first two major league seasons, making him the youngest pitcher ever to start consecutive All-Star Games, surpassing Robin Roberts. Skenes, a successful past draft pick for the Pirates, currently leads the major leagues with an impressive 2.01 ERA over 20 starts, complemented by 131 strikeouts in 121 innings and a dominant 1.49 ERA over his last 12 outings, building on his NL Rookie of the Year honors and third-place Cy Young finish last season.