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Pirates Pitcher Paul Skenes Makes History as the Youngest All-Star Game Starter Ever
Paul Skenes, the 22-year-old rookie pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, is set to make history as the youngest All-Star Game starter ever at Globe Life Field.
National League manager Torey Lovullo of the Arizona Diamondbacks expressed his admiration for Skenes’ talent and potential, deeming him as a player of great intrigue.
Steven Kwan from Cleveland will lead off for the American League, excited to face off against Skenes and his impressive arsenal of pitches.
The American League will start with Corbin Burnes from Baltimore on the mound, setting up a thrilling matchup against Skenes’ pitching prowess.
Teoscar Hernández of the Los Angeles Dodgers emerged victorious in the Home Run Derby, defeating Bobby Witt Jr. from Kansas City in the final round.