MLB’s Skenes’ Superstardom Shines Beyond Pittsburgh

In Paul Skenes’ four innings pitched on Monday for Team USA against Team Mexico in WBC play, he struck out seven and surrendered one hit.

Paul Skenes of the United States reacts during the first inning against Mexico during the 2026 World Baseball Classic game between Mexico and the United States at Daikin Park in Houston on March 9, 2026. Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images

If Paul Skenes were a superhero, you would put a cape on him; he’s a pitching Superman.

Skenes’ performance against Team Mexico in Houston at the World Baseball Classic (WBC) on Monday was dazzling. Going four innings against a stacked lineup that included MLB heavyweight hitters Randy Arozarena and Jarren Duran (who hit two home runs in Monday’s game), Skenes didn’t disappoint. Allowing one hit, no runs, and one walk, while striking out seven batters, Skenes lived up to the hype leading up to the international clash at Daikin Park before 41,628 fans.