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Paul Skenes Reflects on Service Before World Baseball Classic Debut

3/9/2026

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Paul Skenes, the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher, shared a heartfelt letter before his World Baseball Classic debut with Team USA.
He recalls enlisting at the U.S. Air Force Academy and cites Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Skenes is set to pitch against Mexico, with possible further appearances if Team USA advances.

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Story summary

Paul Skenes, the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher, shared a heartfelt letter before his World Baseball Classic debut with Team USA.
He recalls enlisting at the U.S. Air Force Academy and cites Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Skenes is set to pitch against Mexico, with possible further appearances if Team USA advances.