AL Names Corbin Burnes as Starting Pitcher for All-Star Game against Orioles
Sports | July 15, 2024, 2:14 p.m.
Corbin Burnes of the Baltimore Orioles has been selected to start for the American League at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, making him the fifth Orioles pitcher to earn this honor. Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez personally delivered the news to Burnes, who will face off against NL rookie Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Burnes, a former NL Cy Young Award winner, boasts a 9-4 record with a 2.93 ERA this season. Skenes, on the other hand, is 6-0 with a 1.90 ERA in his rookie campaign. Both managers have set their starting lineups for the game, with exciting matchups and star-studded lineups on both sides. As Burnes and Skenes prepare to take the mound, baseball fans can look forward to an intense and thrilling All-Star Game at Globe Life Field.