Before Paul Skenes began dominating MLB hitters ... Here are the details to know about Skenes' background in college baseball as he later became a dominant starter in Pittsburgh.

ARLINGTON, Texas − This will forever be known as Pittsburgh Pirates rookie sensation Paul ... about Skenes, talking to him about his blazing fastball, his splinker pitch, his background of ...

Paul Skenes allowed one unearned run and two hits with seven strikeouts in 7 2/3 innings, but didn't pick up the win in a 2-1 ...

After a little more than one year in the majors, the 23-year-old pitcher has done something better than any pitcher in the last century.

Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates ... in front of the baseball field with Skenes slightly visible in the background, along with a photo of them walking the stadium halls.

“Paul Skenes is a great American ... be kind of labeled as an Air Force guy because that’s part of my background..." Skenes said. “I think it's important to bring as many eyes as possible ...

No one seemed happier for Paul Skenes’ NL Rookie of the Year win ... on a brown leather couch with a fireplace roaring in the background as Cal Ripkin Jr. made things official.

Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates ... pushed him in the direction of professional baseball. In light of that background, it's no surprise that Skenes will be an eager participant in next ...