Fan Who Signed With A's Strikes Out All Three Batters in Debut

Fan Who Signed With A's Strikes Out All Three Batters in Debut
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Nathan Patterson struck
out the side in his first
professional appearance.
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Patterson gained attention
for throwing 96 mph at a
speed-pitch radar booth
at a Colorado Rockies game.
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He was signed by the
Oakland Athletics and made
his debut in the Rookie-level
Arizona League on Thursday.
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Patterson posted his
reaction to his first
appearance on Instagram.
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Last night was incredible and truly a blessing as I made my first professional outing.
, Nathan Patterson, via Instagram.
The nerves were flowing until I threw strike one. After that, I took a big deep breathe and realized all the hard work over the last year has prepared me for this moment.
, Nathan Patterson, via Instagram.
It could not have gone any better and I cannot thank my family, friends, teammates, and coaches enough for the love
and support.
, Nathan Patterson, via Instagram