Pirates' Phenom Paul Skenes Wins 2024 NL Rookie of the Year, First Pirate Since 2004

Nov 18, 2024, 11:26 PM

Paul Skenes, the Pirates' phenom pitcher, has been named the 2024 National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year. Skenes is the first Pirate to receive the honor since Jason Bay in 2004. He secured the award over fellow finalists Jackson Merrill of the San Diego Padres, who was the runner-up, and Jackson Chourio of the Milwaukee Brewers, who finished third. Beginning the season with 40/1 odds to win the award, Skenes delivered a historic performance, earning recognition as one of the league's top pitchers since his promotion. His achievement marks another accolade in an impressive two-year run with the Pirates.