LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne, girlfriend of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, expressed her support for the decision to pull him from a no-hitter bid in his 11th major league start. Despite the missed opportunity, Dunne recognized the importance of preserving Skenes’ arm for the long run. Pittsburgh manager Derek Shelton emphasized that the decision was based on Skenes’ fatigue rather than the pitch count. Skenes’ impressive performance has led to recognition from National League All-Star manager Torey Lovullo, who named him the starting pitcher for the upcoming game. Lovullo praised Skenes for his humility and talent, highlighting the excitement surrounding his promising career. Dunne, acknowledging her bias, expressed her belief in Skenes’ pitching abilities. The decision to prioritize Skenes’ well-being over a potential achievement demonstrates a strategic and responsible approach to his promising MLB career.