Jalen Chatfield Takes the Mound for First Pitch at Durham Bulls 'Hurricanes' Night

The Durham Bulls, the AAA minor league baseball team for the Tampa Bay Rays located just a short drive from Lenovo Center in Raleigh, hosted their annual 'Hurricanes' night on Friday.

As part of the promotional event, the Bulls wore Carolina Hurricanes' themed jerseys, Stormy was in attendance and Canes defenseman Jalen Chatfield threw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Stick taps to the @Canes and all you Caniacs for another memorable time at Hockey Night last night. pic.twitter.com/p2ZssOW51j

— Durham Bulls (@DurhamBulls) September 14, 2024

In addition, the Bulls sounded the warning siren before the game and Jack Drury was also in attendance, helping to 'Light the Bull.'

Last season, Jordan Martinook was selected to throw the first pitch, putting it right over the plate.

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Chatfield's throw however was just a bit more off target, but at least he put some heat on it.

First pitch = full send pic.twitter.com/nKmhuZVvhO

— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) September 14, 2024

While the Bulls managed to tie up the game in the bottom of the eighth thanks to a two-run homer by Kameron Misner, the Bulls eventually fell 3-2 in extra innings.