Olivia Dunne Supports Paul Skens During Pirates Game

This week, Olivia Dunne was caught in a playful moment as she supported her boyfriend, Paul Skens, while he pitched for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Cincinnati Reds. As she watched from the stands, there was a bit of a humorous take when Dan, presumably another spectator, playfully pointed out Skens’ sweaty armpits, which quickly became a sensation on social media.

Dunne, a former LSU gymnast, seemed to take the light-hearted jab in stride. One comment on TikTok mentioned, “You pit the Pittsburgh ‘pits.’” Dan even jokingly replied, “I’m going to sweat because I’m a Pirates fan.” Given the Pirates’ tough season—currently standing at 70-90 and not making playoffs since 2015—there’s a ring of truth in that statement.

Meanwhile, it seems the LSU Tigers are expected to secure a playoff spot, but the Al Central Crown is still up for grabs. It’s a mixed bag in terms of sports performance lately.

Skens has emerged as a significant bright spot for the Pirates, winning the National League Rookie of the Year in 2024 and even being nominated for the National League Cy Young Award this season. His stats are impressive, boasting 216 strikeouts and a 1.97 ERA over 32 games, though his record sits at 10-10 due to a lack of run support, which can be frustrating. He even remarked, “I’m actually worse than last year,” acknowledging how close his stats were compared to the previous season’s.

In a personal reflection, he added, “This year it was 1.97. It’s even better. No, it’s cool. We haven’t achieved our numerical goals.” It’s clear there’s a mix of confidence and disappointment in his tone, which feels quite relatable.

Interestingly, during the game against the Reds, the Pirates noted that Skens set a record for most strikeouts in a season, surpassing previous records held by Bob Vale and Oliver Perez. This accomplishment might, perhaps, offer a silver lining in an otherwise challenging season.