The Pittsburgh Pirates produced one of the standout moments of MLB award week Wednesday as Pirates pitching history was made when Paul Skenes unanimously won the 2025 NL Cy Young Award. The Pirates saw its young ace celebrate with an emotion rarely tied to his past, and the celebration with longtime girlfriend Olivia Dunne pushed the scene across the league in minutes.

Skenes earned a unanimous 2025 NL Cy Young after a season built on elite command and overpowering strikeout totals. His 1.97 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and steady workload placed him near or at the top of every major category, establishing him as a force in the NL Cy Young race from the first month. Even with a modest win total due to limited run support, his case became nearly unbeatable as the season closed.

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