The hot start to Paul Skenes’ MLB career continued in a big way Tuesday night. The Pittsburgh Pirates phenom went nine-up, nine-down against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Skenes struck out three hitters through the first three innings at Busch Stadium, and got his fourth for his 10th straight out to start the game. However, an Alec Burleson single ended the perfect game and no-hitter before the former LSU star recorded his fifth strikeout in four innings.
It was another strong showing for the No. 1 overall pick, who hadn’t yet lost a game entering Tuesday’s matchup against the division-rival Cardinals.
Skenes has been nothing short of dominant to start his Major League Baseball career, bringing a 3-0 record and a 2.61 ERA into Tuesday’s game. He also has 43 strikeouts through his first six starts after flying through the Pirates’ minor league system.
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