Paul Skenes shaves facial hair, Livvy Dunne reacts
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Key Points:
- Paul Skenes, the 2024 National League Rookie of the Year and 2025 NL Cy Young Award winner, has shaved his beard after two dominant MLB seasons.
- Known for his mustachioed look during college and early MLB career, Skenes helped lead LSU to a College World Series title in 2023.
- Despite his new clean-shaven appearance, Skenes maintained exceptional performance with a 1.96 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and a 31% strikeout rate over his first two seasons.
- His pitching arsenal includes a triple-digit fastball and a unique "splinker," making him a formidable opponent regardless of his facial hair.
- Fans and opponents alike
