In Monday's 5-3 victory over the Houston Astros, Paul Skenes, a rookie with the Pittsburgh Pirates and starter for the National League All-Star Game, achieved a noteworthy milestone by earning his 100th career strikeout. The noteworthy strikeout occurred in the second inning when Jon Singleton was hit by an 88 mph changeup by Skenes.
Quick Climb to 100 Strikeouts
Any rookie pitcher would be proud to reach 100 strikeouts, but Skenes' accomplishment is remarkable due to how quickly he reached that mark.Skenes is just the sixth pitcher to record 100 strikeouts in 13 or less games since the pitching mound was moved to its present location of 60 feet, 6 inches from home plate in 1893, according to the Pirates' social media accounts. He is the sixth pitcher in history to record 100 strikeouts in his first 13 professional starts since 1901.
Seasonal and Game Performance Stats
Skenes threw six innings on Monday, giving up five hits, three walks, and two runs (one earned) while striking out six batters. Despite the Pirates losing 2-1 when he exited the game and not deserving of the victory, he reduced his season ERA to an outstanding 1.90. He has tossed 80 2/3 innings with 103 strikeouts thus far.
Even though Skenes lost, the Pirates pulled off a thrilling comeback led by Michael A. Taylor's three-run home run against Josh Hader in the ninth inning to seal the victory.
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