Paul Skenes, a promising athlete, has been the center of swirling MLB trade rumors. Speculation around his future has left many wondering whether a major move is imminent, fueling widespread interest across the league.

The Pittsburgh Pirates lost to the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday night, but it wasn't the fault of rookie right-hander Paul Skenes. Though the Pirates lost 4-0,

Paul Skenes is on track to once again make Pittsburgh Pirates history… because come on now. One of the most dominant rookies of our generation in any sport, Skenes owns a 2.07 ERA through 21 starts with 158 strikeouts compared to 29 walks.

Skenes (10-3) retired the first 10 batters he faced before Alec Burleson reached on a base hit that kicked off shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa. Burleson eventually scored on a Nolan Arenado two-out single to put the Cardinals ahead 1-0.

PITTSBURGH -- Paul Skenes struck out nine over six solid innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Miami Marlins 3-2 on Monday night. The 22-year-old Skenes (10-2) allowed one run on six hits, lowering his ERA to 2.10. Skenes also boosted his season strikeout total to 151, a Pirates rookie record, while winning his fourth straight decision.

Paul Skenes is making more history for the Pirates, striking out batters left and right as he racks up quality starts.