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Trey Gibson made his Major League debut at one of baseball's most intimidating venues and proved he belongs. The 23-year-old prospect held the Yankees to just three runs over nearly five innings, earning respect in the Bronx.
The first Australian ever picked first overall in the MLB draft just stepped onto the field for his major league debut, and Cleveland gave him a perfectly Aussie welcome. Travis Bazzana's parents convinced him to walk up to bat to Men at Work's "Down Under," creating a moment he'll never forget.
Juan Brito was playing video games on his day off when an injury changed everything. Twenty-four hours later, the 24-year-old rookie delivered two hits in his Major League debut.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are calling up Konnor Griffin, baseball's top prospect, for his major league debut at just 19 years old. The team is also finalizing a nine-year, $140 million contract with the Mississippi native who dominated every level of the minors in less than a year.
Arizona Diamondbacks rookie Jose Fernandez became just the seventh player since 1900 to hit two home runs in his major league debut, delivering a game-winning performance against the Detroit Tigers. The 22-year-old's fairy tale start included a dramatic three-run homer in the eighth inning that sealed a 7-5 comeback victory.
Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch turned a life-changing moment into an unforgettable memory when he made top prospect Kevin McGonigle sweat through a 10-minute buildup before revealing he'd made the Major League roster. The nervous breakfast and emotional family phone calls that followed show why some news is worth the wait.