The Pittsburgh Pirates have been a pleasant surprise this season. After going 71-91 and missing the postseason in 2025, the team is off to a 23-19 start and sits just four games back of first place in the crowded National League Central. Paul Skenes drew the start for the Pirates on Tuesday night and helped lead them to a 3-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies. He pitched eight scoreless innings and allowed just two hits while striking out 10 batters. In fact, he made some history in the process as he led the Pirates to a win with his dominant performance. Skenes makes history May 6, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes reacts after the eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images "Per the Elias Sports Bureau, Skenes is the first Pirates pitcher in the Expansion Era (1961) to strike out the side in order three times in a game.…