Every August, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is the mecca for Little League baseball players from around the world who dream of playing professional baseball. This year, those dreamers were once again treated to a taste of the real thing.
The second MLB Little League Classic showcases divisional rivals, as the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies meet for a regular-season game at BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field on Sunday Night Baseball. But before that game, Little Leaguers had a chance to spend some time with the big leaguers who were also in Williamsport to play ball.
The Phillies and Mets make their way to Williamsport
Looking forward to seeing our friend @mconforto8 and trading pins with him and his @mets teammates today! pic.twitter.com/UdJU6yLpft
— Little League (@LittleLeague) August 19, 2018
The big kids have arrived at the #LittleLeagueClassic! pic.twitter.com/p2IO7Pja40
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) August 19, 2018
It all goes down tonight. #LittleLeagueClassic #LLWS pic.twitter.com/iL6EyNEBLF
— New York Mets (@Mets) August 19, 2018
We have arrived in Williamsport. Seth Lugo and Ricky Bones were greeted by the team from Puerto Rico. #Mets #LLWS2018 pic.twitter.com/MJsWfHLwrk
— Wayne Randazzo (@WayneRandazzo) August 19, 2018
A Big League welcome. #LittleLeagueClassic pic.twitter.com/Gi5D1cJxZS
— Little League (@LittleLeague) August 19, 2018
Settling in to catch a game
Just a couple dudes who enjoy Dingers! Big Al, you are the man!!! #LittleLeagueClassic pic.twitter.com/K8aFEKNa4Y
— Rhys Hoskins (@rhyshoskins) August 19, 2018