Game 2 of the World Series was dedicated to those coming home from overseas and those still fighting the good fight. Â There were old players who fought in wars as well as many military officers. Â The most touching moment, however, happened before the players even took the field. Â Alongside San Francisco legend Willie Mays, Marine Corporal and triple amputee Nicholas Kimmel was given the honor to throw out the first pitch.
Kimmel was a former baseball star in high school before enlisting in the Marines. On his second tour of duty in Afghanistan, Kimmel lost both his legs and his left arm. Â However, the athleticism is still there as he threw quite an impressive pitch. Â It was a great moment for Kimmel and for Americans watching all over the country. Â He is a true hero and inspiration to all.
From a human perspective this was a powerful moment. On the field I think that Zito and Panda combined for the best moment so far with their performances in Game 1.