Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Alek Thomas threw out the ceremonial first pitch wearing the latest edition of Arizona’s City Connect uniform at the Diamondbacks City Connect Nike RBI High School Showcase at El Oso Park.Â
The Diamondbacks� RBI program sets out to connect communities in Arizona through the game of baseball and encourage more young athletes to participate.
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Alek Thomas threw out the ceremonial first pitch wearing the latest edition of Arizona’s City Connect uniform at the Diamondbacks City Connect Nike RBI High School Showcase at El Oso Park.Â
Truitt Robinson, Cronkite News
The Diamondbacks� RBI program sets out to connect communities in Arizona through the game of baseball and encourage more young athletes to participate.
PHOENIX � Concerns about baseball’s future have long haunted MLB executives. Recent improvements in viewership and attendance have suggested a resurgence in popularity, but ultimately the league knows the growth of the game circles back to youth signing up and taking the field from a young age.
Since reaching the World Series in 2023, the Arizona Diamondbacks have captured fans� attention. Once in the basement of the daunting National League West, the team has emerged as a legitimate contender. Now, it is working to build the next generation of great Arizona ballplayers.
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