Paul Skenes interacts with local kids before game against Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:23 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes visited the Ingomar Franklin Park Little League fields after noticing the lights on during an off day. He engaged with young players for over two hours, signing autographs, taking photos, and playing catch. This unexpected activity was not organized by the Pirates but was a spontaneous decision by Skenes, who is known for his charitable attitude. The 24-year-old right-handed pitcher is set to start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday.
- •Skenes spent two hours with Little League players on June 8.
- •He signed autographs and played catch spontaneously.
- •The event was not organized by the Pirates.
- •Skenes is scheduled to pitch against the Dodgers on June 9.
- 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Ace Paul Skenes Reminds Everyone Why He's An Amazing Human Being
"Skenes shared a heartwarming moment with local kids.
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