Paul Skenes, Pirates teammates visit Oakmont for U.S. Open practice round

While the South Side was a buzz with an Aaron Rodgers sighting at Steelers mandatory minicamp Tuesday, another of Pittsburgh’s biggest sports celebrities was visiting Oakmont Country Club to take in a practice round at the 125th U.S. Open.

All-Star pitcher Paul Skenes and several Pirates teammates were on hand to watch the top golfers in the world prepare for one of the toughest tests in golf.

The @Pirates took over Oakmont ⚾️

Thanks for coming out today, fellas. pic.twitter.com/qiVpO42x7g

— U.S. Open (@usopengolf) June 10, 2025

Skenes, along with fellow pitchers Braxton Ashcraft, Mike Burrows, Caleb Ferguson, Tim Mayza, Kyle Nicolas and Chase Shugart, as well as infielders Adam Frazier and Jared Triolo, visited the driving range, putting green and premium seats overlooking the No. 18 green.

Early tee time >>>

Our guys made a quick stop in Oakmont to check out the U.S. Open. pic.twitter.com/K4VZUaClVq

— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) June 10, 2025

Skenes is coming off another strong outing Sunday where he allowed one unearned run on two hits with seven strikeouts and a walk in 7 2/3 innings as the Pirates beat the Phillies, 2-1, for a series sweep.

The Pirates are set to host the Miami Marlins at 6:40 tonight in the second game of their series at PNC Park.