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Amsterdam News has been reporting the news of the day from a Black perspective for 113 years. Donors who choose to give monthly or annually will receive Amsterdam News’ Weekly E-Edition and acclaimed weekday newsletter Editorially Black to their inbox!The Washington Nationals James Wood made his highly anticipated Major League debut on Monday night in a 9-7 win over the Mets.
Wood didn’t waste any time making his presence felt in front of a crowd of 26,719 in normally subdued Nationals Park, but the anticipation of his debut turned them relatively raucous. The Olney, Md., native, who grew up just about 45 minutes from where he now plays his home games, hit an opposite field single in his first at-bat.
Before the game, an eager Wood told reporters, “It’s unreal. Just being able to play for the team I grew up around and watching—it’s a blessing.” You could feel the energy in and around Nats Park before the opening pitch as loads of spectators were seated in anticipation of team batting practice just to get a glimpse of Wood at the plate.
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