3 times Paul Skenes' girlfriend Olivia Dunne displayed her in-depth knowledge of baseball

Pitsburg Pirates star prospect Paul Skenes has been amazing since his debut. His impressive performance earned him his All-Star invitation on Tuesday in his rookie year. To add more to his flair, his girlfriend and popular social media influencer, Olivia Dunne attended the All-Star Red Carpet event in Arlington, TX.

The LSU gymnast turned heads with her sparkling white dress and wowed baseball fans with her baseball knowledge during interviews. However, it’s not the first time she has shown her interest in baseball. Despite her main expertise in gymnastics, Dunne follows the game regularly.

Here are four such instances when Dunne proved herself a baseball nerd.

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Olivia Dunne’s comment on Paul Skenes’ no-hitter game

In a game between the Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers, Paul Skenes threw seven no-hit innings a week ago at American Family Field. He had 11 strikeouts, his personal best, and lowered his ERA to 1.90 ERA in 66.1 innings. Sknes could had a shut-out game, with a no-hitter in sight, but the Pirates decided to take him off the mound after the seven innings.

Fans and experts have diverse opinions on the decision, with many criticizing the team for ruining Skenes’ no-hitter. However, Oliva Dunne expressed her baseball insights during an SI interview, elaborating on the essence of staying healthy for the long run.

“You know what, it would have been a cool accolade to say that you threw a no-hitter in your rookie year. But also gotta make the arm last long. So, I don’t blame them,” Dunne said. (h/t - Sports Illustrated)

Olivia Dunne’s take on her boyfriend’s pitching skill

During the All-Star Red Carpet event, Olivia “Livvy” Dunne was asked about his boyfriend, Paul Skenes' pitching skills, and the LSU star didn’t finch. She shared that Skenes’ pitches are so impressive that it’s hard for non-baseball professionals like Dunne to process.

“My brain can’t even process how hard he throws. It is incredible and it’s such a joy to watch and he’s a great baseball player but even better person,” Dunne said. (h/t - MLB Network)

She wasn’t wrong at all. In fact, Skenes’ 89 strikeouts and 0.920 WHIP, with a 6-0 record in 11 games, are enough to confirm how dominative he is on the mound.

Olivia Dunne sharing her baseball grip knowledge

Being a partner of one of MLB’s biggest sensations Paul Skenes might be a tough job but not for Olivia Dunne. Despite her expertise in fashion and gymnastics, she always keeps up with her boyfriend’s baseball passion.

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During an interview at the 2024 All-Star, Paul Skenes tested his girlfriend’s baseball knowledge, which Dunne passed with flying colors. He asked her to show a 4-seamer fastball grip, and Dunne without hesitation showed one, making her fans wowed with her never-before-seen sports personality.