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JJ Wetherholt, a 23-year-old rookie second baseman for the Saint Louis Cardinals, made a spectacular debut in the season-opening series against the Tampa Bay Rays. He hit his first major league home run in his second at-bat, a fastball that traveled 425 feet over the fence. Two days later, he delivered a two-run single in the bottom of the tenth for a walk-off victory. This marked only the second time since 1969 that a Cardinal had notched a walk-off hit in their first or second game. Family from Ashtabula, Ohio, and nearby areas were in attendance, including his dad Mike, uncle Doug, and others. They were impressed by how JJ remained humble despite the spotlight. The weekend was a celebration of JJs roots, as he chose West Virginia University for its proximity and coaches after a high draft spot. Fans embraced the family, and the trip felt like home with pizza and sports on TV amid the pro chaos. Mike and crew plan more road trips, with Washington DC and Pittsburgh on the agenda. Uncle Dougs phone was flooded with community congratulations, hoping JJ inspires Lakeside High kids to chase their dreams.

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