PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes took down one of the best hitters in baseball in the 2025 All-Star Game at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. Skenes started the All-Star Game for the National League,

Pirates ace Paul Skenes recorded the two fastest strike-three pitches in the history of the MLB All-Star Game.

It's well documented how tough it has been for Skenes to get a win during the regular season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The dominant right-hander leads the National League with a 2.01 ERA. But in 20 starts, he has just four wins (and eight losses).