From Newsweek · Aaron Coloma · · 1m 30s
Kitten throws adorable first pitch at Triple-A baseball game
ChipPurr Jones, a rescued cat named after a Braves legend, stole hearts with a ceremonial first pitch at a Gwinnett Stripers game.
In brief
ChipPurr Jones, a rescued cat named after a Braves legend, stole hearts with a ceremonial first pitch at a Gwinnett Stripers game. A rescued kitten named ChipPurr Jones delivered what may be the season's most adorable ceremonial first pitch at a Triple-A baseball game. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Kitten throws first pitch
ChipPurr Jones, a rescued cat, waddled onto the field at a Gwinnett Stripers game to throw the ceremonial first pitch. Staff members used treats to lure the kitten to home plate.
Named after a Braves legend
The Stripers rescued and named the cat after Chipper Jones, an Atlanta Braves Hall of Famer. The real Chipper Jones played 19 years, hit 468 homers, and won an MVP and World Series.
Pet supply donation night
The Stripers held their pet supply donation night on Tuesday, making it perfect timing for the internet sensation to take center stage.
Other memorable first pitches
Former Mets closer John Franco nearly threw a ball into the dugout in May. Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis also struggled with his ceremonial pitch.
Some celebrities threw strikes
Knicks stars Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson both threw strikes after winning their first NBA championship in over 50 years. Artemis II astronauts also threw ceremonial pitches.
A timeless baseball tradition
Ceremonial first pitches celebrate key figures, whether human or not. It's one of the reasons baseball remains special to fans.
In short
A rescued kitten named ChipPurr Jones delivered what may be the season's most adorable ceremonial first pitch at a Triple-A baseball game.
