Spring Training is officially underway for Major League Baseball teams across the country, which means Opening Day is coming up quickly. So, what better time than the present to take a look at North Dakotans who made it all the way to the 'big leagues?'
Jose Bautista is a straight-up rock star in Toronto after his go-ahead (and ultimately game-winning) three-run home in the decisive Game 5 victory over the Texas Rangers in the American League Division Series, which was punctuated by what may be the greatest bat flip in history. But truth be known, he had some help.
Jose Bautista hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in an absolutely wild seventh inning, and the Blue Jays rallied to beat the Texas Rangers, 6-3, in Toronto on Wednesday and win a turbulent, decisive Game 5 of the American League Division Series.
Veteran Minnesota Twins outfielder Torii Hunter has always been one of the more mild-mannered ballplayers in Major League Baseball. It's a rare sight to see him argue a call with an umpire or get into a dispute on the field.