US EditionWashington Nationals’ ‘Top Paw-Spect’ Makes MLB Debut… Bruce the Bat Dog
- Bruce the Bat Dog, a 1-year-9-month-old golden retriever, made his Major League Baseball debut with the Washington Nationals on Saturday at Nationals Park.
- Bruce earned the call-up after impressing senior Nationals figures during his time with Triple-A Rochester, the Nationals’ affiliate team.
- During the Nationals’ 4-3 loss to the Miami Marlins, Bruce entertained fans with a perfect 1.000 bat retrieval average over four games and appeared in a pregame ceremony.
- Nationals GM Dan Mason called Bruce’s promotion historic, saying fans and the front office “are always excited” about the ‘top paw-spect’s’ debut and praised his deserving call-up.
- Bruce’s presence boosted community engagement and fan experience, with plans for continued appearances, animal adoption events, and potential merchandise growth.
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Washington Nationals’ ‘top paw-spect’ makes MLB debut… Bruce the Bat Dog
The Washington Nationals fell to an agonizing 4-3 defeat in their game against the Miami Marlins on Saturday. But it was not all doom and gloom for the Nationals and their fans as the team’s “top paw-spect” made his long-awaited MLB debut.
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Independent EspañolWASHINGTON (AP) — Bruce, a 21-month-old Golden Retriever, picked up a bat during a ceremony before the Washington Nationals' game against the Miami Marlins as part of a Pups in the Park promotion. He…
Bruce the Bat Dog makes his Major League bones at Nationals Park
Bruce the Bat Dog made his Major League debut at Nationals Park, charming fans with his bat retrieval skills during a pregame ceremony. Hailing from Triple-A Rochester, Bruce has gained popularity both online and in person, with over 5,000 Instagram followers and a viral call-up video. He was recognized with a special MLB debut patch and a commemorative trading card from Topps. His owner, Josh Snyder, views Bruce as a continuation of the legacy …
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