Skenes plays catch with little leaguers in heartfelt event
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:36 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The 2025 NL Cy Young Award winner, Skenes, engaged with local little leaguers for approximately two hours, playing catch and sharing baseball tips. This interaction provided a memorable experience for the young athletes, emphasizing community involvement and sportsmanship. Skenes' participation reflects a commitment to fostering the next generation of players and promoting the sport. Events like this are essential for building relationships between professional athletes and youth players.
- •Skenes played with little leaguers for about two hours.
- •The event highlights Skenes' commitment to community engagement.
- •Skenes is the 2025 NL Cy Young Award winner.
- •This interaction promotes sportsmanship and mentorship.
- •Local youth baseball programs benefit from professional involvement.
- 6:19 PMESPN MLB — Catch with a star? Skenes delights little leaguers...
"The 2025 NL Cy Young award winner hung out and played catch with the little leaguers for about two hours.
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