In a stunning turn of events, Pittsburgh Pirates' rookie sensation Paul Skenes has been chosen as the starting pitcher for the National League All-Star team. The announcement was made during a live interview on the Dan Patrick Show, where NL All-Star manager Torey Lovullo informed the 22-year-old of his selection.

Skenes, the first rookie since Hideo Nomo in 1995 to earn this honor, has had a meteoric rise in the major leagues. Since his MLB debut on May 11th, the 6'6", 235-pound flamethrower has showcased his dominance on the mound, allowing only 11 runs over 10 starts and 62 1/3 innings pitched. This remarkable performance has earned him an impressive 1.90 ERA, the best among qualified NL pitchers.

With a remarkable 34.9% strikeout rate, Skenes has emerged as one of the game's elite pitchers, trailing only White Sox ace Garrett Crochet in the MLB leaderboard. Opponents have struggled to make contact against him, with a paltry .202/.251/.319 batting line in 255 plate appearances.

Notably, Skenes has not suffered a single loss since his debut, making him the only one of 77 qualified starting pitchers in baseball to achieve this feat. His unbeaten 6-0 record is a testament to his skill and determination on the field.

Skenes' journey to becoming an All-Star starter reached another milestone in his recent outing against the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite delivering an impressive seven no-hit innings and striking out 11 batters, the Pirates decided to take a cautious approach and replaced him at 99 pitches to protect their promising young star from potential injury.

The selection of Skenes as the National League's starting pitcher highlights his incredible impact on the Pirates' rotation. Alongside teammate Jared Jones, the team has secured a formidable pitching duo for the foreseeable future. With Mitch Keller also performing well, posting a 3.40 ERA in 111 1/3 innings, the Pirates' long-term outlook appears promising.

As the baseball world eagerly awaits the Midsummer Classic in Arlington, Texas, Paul Skenes will make history as he takes the mound as the first rookie starting pitcher in over two decades. Fans will undoubtedly be excited to witness the electrifying performance of this rising star on the sport's ultimate midseason stage.

Only time will tell if Skenes can continue his remarkable journey and solidify his place among the game's all-time greats.