Nationals ascend a “Batboy” dog for play against Marlins

The Washington nationals They resorted again to their triple A team in search of reinforcements, but this time they did it with a very particular member in mind. Instead of ascending to a young prospectus ready to take their first steps in the Major Leagues Oa a veteran who can collaborate at the highest level, the capital team called a dog that will be responsible for collecting the bats during the commitments.

This is Bruce “The Bat Dog”, who had been fulfilling the same work with the Triple to Rochester branch and will now be released in the “Big Show” on Saturday, in the second clash of a series of three between the NATs and the Miami Marlins in the capital of the United States.

Bruce is a one year and nine months of life, who made his professional debut as he collects Bates last September.

“Our fans and directive are always excited to see our players receive promotion to nationals,” said the general manager of the Red Wings, Dan Mason, in statements for the official portal of the team. “But Bruce’s promotion is a historic, which really deserves it,” he added.

Special announcement

The manager of the Red Wings, Matt Lecroy, appeared in a video in which he revealed the news for the canine. The camera begins by showing the leader in his desk before he begins with his speech: “Hey, come here, dog, sit down. I have some news for you, I think they will like you,” he said.

“No one makes people laugh as much as Bruce. He has shown himself in a short time that is ready for the ‘show’ and has won the status of phenomenon that he has over him,” Mason said.

Bruce’s debut will coincide with the celebration of the “Pups in the Park.” The team will hold a press conference and recognize the new team member before the duel.

Additionally, Wolf Trap Animal Rescue will be in section 143 of the Nationals Park with dogs that will be available to be adopted.