masn-baseballs-orioles.jpgSARASOTA, Fla. – Hall of Fame manager Earl Weaver will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the April 4 home opener at Camden Yards.

Current manager Buck Showalter will catch it.

I love the idea. And it seems appropriate, given the excitement that greeted Showalter’s arrival in Baltimore last August and the frequent comparisons to Weaver.

Showalter invited Weaver to speak to his coaches this spring. It also allowed Weaver to autograph the circular No. 4 sign that hangs in his honor…SARASOTA, Fla. – Hall of Fame manager Earl Weaver will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the April 4 home opener at Camden Yards.

Current manager Buck Showalter will catch it.

I love the idea. And it seems appropriate, given the excitement that greeted Showalter’s arrival in Baltimore last August and the frequent comparisons to Weaver.

Showalter invited Weaver to speak to his coaches this spring. It also allowed Weaver to autograph the circular No. 4 sign that hangs in his honor inside the clubhouse.