The Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes recently revealed one of his dreams apart from playing baseball. Skenes, who’s known as the flame thrower, is also keen on serving in the US military after he’s done with his career.
Many have known the Pirates star to be a calm and quiet player. Yet, it was a surprise when his former coach, Mike Kazlausky, revealed his dream of joining the US military.
“Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes plans to serve in the US military once he finishes his baseball career, according to his former coach, Mike Kazlausky. It’s a big deal for Paul to be able to serve our country.”
🚨🚨THIS IS AMAZING🚨🚨#Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes plans to serve in the US military once he is done with his baseball career, according to his former coach, Mike Kazlausky.
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) July 2, 2025
“It’s a big deal for Paul to be able to serve our country.”
PAUL SKENES. HELL OF AN AMERICAN🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/oDt3OBuYVD
While the pitcher might have made his dreams public, some MLB fans found it out of context. Fans took to social media with some of the wildest reactions to Paul Skenes’ plan. Here are some fan reactions from X.
“Cute gesture but the military is not letting you join with a fucking 500M net worth, buddy,” one fan wrote.
Cute gesture but the military is not letting you join with a fucking 500M net worth, buddy.
— 🦅 (@GoatMan90218) July 2, 2025
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“I’ll look after Livvy while he’s gone. I salute you, Paul,” another fan wrote.
I'll look after Livvy while he's gone. I salute you, Paul.
— Harry Berries (@MrHarryBerries) July 2, 2025
“Is he planning on having a short career? Because there is an age limit on the military and I’m sure he’ll want to spend some time and money before putting his life on the line,” one fan chimed in.
Is he planning on having a short career? Because there is an age limit on the military and I'm sure he'll want to spend some time and money before putting his life on the line
— JWheaties★🇺🇸 (@jwheaties40) July 2, 2025
“100 mph grenade with movement will be mind-boggling to the enemy,” one fan replied.
100 mph grenade with movement will be mind boggling to the enemy
— Abram King (@AKCoverage412) July 2, 2025
“So Paul Skenes gonna wait till he’s old??” one fan responded.
So he gone wait till he’s old ??
— KJ (@_HowieDoo) July 2, 2025
“Pat Tillman would like a word with him,” one fan wrote.
Pat Tillman would like a word with him
— Uncle Cracker (@YourUncleCracka) July 2, 2025
wtf 🤣
— 🦍 〽️ (@mbaku2456) July 2, 2025
He plan on having a 5yr career?
Isn’t the age limit like 41?
🤣🤣🤣🤣
— Rod Navia (@navia_rod) July 2, 2025
Paul Skenes Continues His Dominant Performance For The Pirates
The Pirates have won several games with Skenes on the mound. His fastball and constant top-notch performance have been incredible. Despite holding a 4-7 record, the All-Star has a stellar 2.03 ERA.
Sadly, the Pirates’ offense and bullpen were unable to support Paul Skenes in most of his starts. The pitcher has 115 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched and a spectacular 0.92 WHIP. Pittsburgh has dropped its position in the week 13 MLB power rankings.
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