Former President George W. Bush Throws Ceremonial Pitch as Arizona Diamondbacks Clashes With Texas Rangers in World Series 2023

After a contest of months, the battle for the ultimate crown has reached its final destination, with the beginning of the World Series in Texas. It’s a big occasion for the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks, who have made it to the finale after decades of absence. Consequently, all eyes are on the competition, capturing the attention of not just the current generation of fans but also a former president.

Notably, sports have been a place to spread a message of inclusivity. Multiple stars and famous personalities have advocated for it, through their presence on the mound as first pitchers. Former US George W. Bush also did the same after the tragic 9/11, and now he has again joined the proceedings, adding to the occasion.

George W. Bush Joins the MLB Battle With First Pitch

Today holds significance for baseball enthusiasts and calls for something extraordinary. Former president George W. Bush did the same with his appearance on the pitch. Fox Sports focused on the same and shared a post that read, “Former President George W. Bush throws out the ceremonial first pitch at Game 1 of the #WorldSeries”.

Interestingly, it marked the start of an engaging contest that saw the home side win a game with a walk-off home run completing a comeback. The former president, who wore the Texas Rangers jersey, would be pleased with a win that gives the team he supported a 1-0 lead in the seven-game series.

A Comeback Win for the Texas Rangers Against the Arizona Diamondbacks

The end of the contest matched with the start with an inspiring comeback from the Rangers. Notably, it happened after the D-Backs looked set to win the game at the end of the ninth with a two-run lead. But a home run from the star Corey Seager changed the situation, leveling it up to take it to the tenth.

Though it was not over for Arizona, the post-season hero, Adolis Garcia, had another idea. He hit a homer for a walk-off win with a score of 6-5 after J. Leclerc stopped the D-Backs offense for a perfect start for the Rangers. With this, Garcia has eight home runs this postseason and is looking strong to finish it off on a high.

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However, the job is not done yet. They have to show a similar effort in the rest of the games to win the first World Series trophy. For that, they will need everyone on the same pitch. Will they be able to maintain this? Only time can answer.

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