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You Might Need A Hanky To Watch Viral Brother-Sister Moment At Pirates Game
TL;DR
A young boy caught a ball from Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum and gave it to his sister, creating a heartwarming viral moment. The exchange was highlighted by their hug and their father's cheers.
Key points
- A boy caught a ball thrown by Jake Mangum.
- He gave the ball to his sister, creating a viral moment.
- The moment was highlighted by their hug and their father's cheers.
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A young boy caught a ball thrown to him by Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum and gave it to his little sister in a viral moment sealed by their hug.
Mangum told 93.7 The Fan on Sunday that the girl was pointing to his name on her jersey beforehand, and that he was touched because it was the first time he had seen his number worn in the stadium. So he motioned to her that he was throwing the ball her way.
Elle’s brother, Edward, who had a glove, stepped in to make a nifty scooping catch over the rail and immediately handed it to her. The exchange touched off the sweet embrace as their dad Chris cheered.
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“Jake Mangum is my favorite player,” Elle told ABC News anchor David Muir on Monday.
Edward recalled the “amazing” emotions he felt.
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“It felt amazing to catch that ball over the rail,” he said. “It felt even more amazing to give it to her and hug her.”
Mangum, who had two hits in the Pirates’ 6-3 victory over visiting Tampa Bay, was glad for the children’s winning experience.
“That is what the game of baseball is all about,” he said. “She’s a huge Pittsburgh Pirates fan. And she’s got a really good big brother.”
It gets even better. The kids have been invited to Pirates owner Bob Nutting’s suite for an upcoming game and to meet Mangum, Muir reported.
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Q&A
What happened during the viral moment at the Pirates game?
A boy caught a ball thrown by Jake Mangum and gave it to his sister, leading to a touching hug between them.
Who is Jake Mangum and why is he significant in this story?
Jake Mangum is a Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder who threw a ball to a young fan, which sparked the viral moment.
What did the young girl say about Jake Mangum?
The girl, named Elle, expressed that Jake Mangum is her favorite player.