NBA No. 1 draft pick AJ Dybantsa threw out a ceremonial first pitch before a Yankees-Red Sox game at Fenway Park, lobbing a slow eephus-style pitch for a strike, according to Yahoo Sports.
The appearance placed the basketball prospect on the baseball diamond for the pregame tradition. Ceremonial first pitches by athletes from other sports are a common feature at marquee games.
The report captures the moment and the unusual pitch. It reflected a crossover appearance by the highly touted prospect.
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https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/article/nba-no-1-pick-aj-dybantsa-throws-first-pitch-before-yankees-red-sox-game-lobs-eephus-pitch-for-a-strike-215113664.html