Did Randy Johnson hit a bird with a pitch?
It’s not often a spring training game goes down as one of most memorable games in MLB history, but 21 years ago, Randy Johnson gave one of the most infamous moments when his pitch didn’t make it to home plate Instead, it hit a bird.
What are the odds of a bird getting hit by baseball?
1-in-13-million odds.
What did Randy Johnson say about the bird?
If you visit the article from nydailynews.com, you’ll see a photo of Jeff Kent holding the bird with his bare hands as he is jokingly pointing the dove in Randy Johnson’s direction. Randy Johnson was quoted as saying “I didn’t think it was all that funny”, referring to Jeff Kent’s sense of humor.
When did Randy Johnson hit a bird?
March 24, 2001
On March 24, 2001, Diamondbacks ace Randy Johnson hit a bird flying by in a spring training game. PHOENIX — Today marks the anniversary of one of the most talked about moments in Arizona Diamondbacks history.
Who has the fastest pitch ever recorded?
Ben Joyce’s 105.5 MPH Fastball. 105.5 mph. That is the fastest recorded pitch in the history of college baseball.
What is the fastest pitch ever recorded?
105.5 mph
The University of Tennessee pitcher uncorked a pitch at 105.5 mph, breaking the college baseball record for fastest-ever recorded pitch. The pitch broke his own record he set in March when he fired a 104 mph fastball against South Carolina.
What happens if a baseball hits a bird?
If a batted or thrown ball strikes a bird in flight or other animal on the playing field, the ball is considered alive and in play, the same as if it had not touched the bird or animal.
Did PETA try to sue Randy Johnson?
Although it was an accident, members of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) were outraged and the organization considered filing a lawsuit against Johnson for animal cruelty. Randy hired a lawyer and PETA was never able to gain ground with their accusation.
Did PETA Sue Randy Johnson?