Olivia Dunne is eager for her boyfriend, Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, to visit The Show.
On Saturday, Skenes will make his MLB debut against the Cubs after the Pirates confirmed his signing on Wednesday.
Dunne posted a highlight video of Skenes on her Instagram Story, captioned “…here we go!” The flamethrower right-hander's MLB debut is anticipated.
Skenes has 45 strikeouts in 27 1/3 innings with a 0.99 ERA and 0.91 WHIP in Triple-A Indianapolis this season.
In Spring Training this year, he hit 102 mph on the radar gun and 101 in his last start on Sunday.
“I think the biggest thing was just getting out there and pitching in front of people, because adrenaline is a big thing,” Skenes told reporters after his strong Spring Training debut. “Just wanted to see where we were.” Dunne told ESPN in March why their connection has thrived.
“He’s pretty level-headed all the time — that’s what I love about him — and I think we’re a really good pair,” she remarked. Because I live a crazy life and things always happen. My emotions can swing, but he's level, so it's a nice match.”
Skenes told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette in August about being part of a renowned duo. “It’s nice, for sure,” Skenes added. To be honest, getting anywhere can be a pain. “If one of us went out in Baton Rouge alone, someone would probably ask for a picture, autograph, or whatever.”
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