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Best night ever? If not, it’s definitely a contender. Not only did Clayton Kershaw spin a gem on Tuesday night, Little League Baseball’s most famous pitcher made an appearance at Dodger Stadium.
Mo’ne Davis, the 13-year-old who took the baseball world by storm last month, threw out the first pitch on Tuesday night. A very fitting selection for throwing out the first pitch, as Kershaw — her idol — was gunning for his 17th win (yay wins) of the season.
I’m wondering if Logan White was on-hand to see the pitch. She showed good mechanics, some velocity, command and a nice release point, even if it was a little more low three-quarters than her usual . Unfortunately, the Dodgers can’t sign her until she’s 17- or 18 years old, and she’d have to fall to them in the draft. Seriously, though, how cool would it be to see a woman one day play in a professional baseball game? If it ever does happen, I’m guessing it’d be as a pitcher.
Not only did Davis throw out the first pitch, she got to meet the world’s best pitcher after the game.
The historic encounter: @Monedavis11 and @ClaytonKersh22 pic.twitter.com/SBI4WlOM0V
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) September 3, 2014
That was cool. This was cooler: Yasiel Puig — in only the way Yasiel Puig can — got Davis’ autograph before the game. I mean, Puig doesn’t have any respect for the game and is a total jerk, right national media? He’s the worst thing to happen to baseball ever, or something.
Mo’ne Davis gives her autograph to @YasielPuig pic.twitter.com/tgP7RpvMAP — Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) September 3, 2014
Because, Puig. She also got to meet Queen Latifah and Vin Scully talked about her on the broadcast. That’s a pretty outstanding night for a young baseball player and fan, and basically caps an unforgettable summer for the teenager. I hope this isn’t the last we’ve heard of Mo’ne Davis, and I don’t think it is.
