Darren Baker Makes MLB Debut with Nationals

Darren Baker, the 25-year-old son of former Giants manager Dusty Baker, made his Major League Baseball debut for the Washington Nationals after being called up from Triple-A Rochester. He recorded his first hit on the very first pitch he faced, a single during a game against the Chicago Cubs. This moment marks a significant milestone in Baker's career, following his childhood experience as a bat boy during the 2002 World Series, when he was famously rescued by J.T. Snow. Baker had a successful minor league season, hitting .285 with 49 RBIs and 38 stolen bases. With his father's attendance at the game, this debut represents a full-circle moment for the Baker family in the baseball world. Darren aims to continue proving his worth and secure a permanent spot in the majors.