Punxsutawney Phil kind of, sort of throws out the first pitch at a Pirates game
Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog, made a ceremonial appearance to 'throw' the first pitch at a Pittsburgh Pirates game, though a handler actually performed the throw on his behalf. The event took place at PNC Park before a game against the St. Louis Cardinals. While Phil did not physically throw the ball, his presence was celebrated as a novelty attraction for fans.
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OutKick Punxsutawney Phil kind of, sort of throws out the first pitch at a Pirates game The world's premier rodent weatherman gave his groundhog blessing before a handler threw on his behalf Friday By Matt Reigle OutKick Published April 30, 2026 6:46pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Ricky Cobb CELEBRATES Lee Elia’s Legendary 1983 Cubs Rant (43 Years Later) | The Ricky Cobb Show Reliving one of the most unhinged (and unforgettable) moments in baseball history—Lee Elia’s 1983 Cubs rant—43 years later. Ricky Cobb breaks it down, celebrates the chaos, and adds his own comedic spin to a tirade that somehow only gets better.
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