Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has been awarded the National League Rookie of the Year after a sensational debut season. Skenes topped a competitive field, defeating fellow nominees Jackson Merrill of the Padres and Jackson Chourio of the Brewers. His performance not only earned him this prestigious honor but also saw him recognized as a finalist for the NL Cy Young Award. Skenes is now the second Pirate in history to win this award, marking a significant achievement in his rookie campaign.