Paul Skenes Achieves 100 Strikeouts Faster Than Any Pitcher Since 2000

The Pirates rookie reached the milestone in just 13 starts, joining an elite group of pitchers in MLB history.

Skenes struck out his 100th batter in the second inning against the Astros.
He is the sixth pitcher since 1893 to achieve 100 strikeouts in 13 or fewer games.
Skenes has a 1.83 ERA and a 6-1 record in his first 13 starts.
He became the first rookie since 1995 to start the All-Star Game.
Skenes' performance has contributed to the Pirates' recent winning streak.