What started as a running joke late last season continued in hilarious fashion prior to the Giants’ season opener against the Marlins on Friday.
After declaring himself a self-appointed team captain in September, first baseman Brandon Belt delivered a not-so-subtle reminder before tossing the ceremonial first pitch. Belt’s jersey boasted a “C” made out of tape, a clever callback to Evan Longoria’s handiwork before the team’s Sept. 10 game versus the Cubs.
Belt emerged onto the field at Oracle Park on a boat wearing a captain’s hat while the “Pirates of the Caribbean” theme music blared over the loud speakers. The fan favorite then tossed baseballs to the adoring crowd before hopping off the vessel to deliver the pitch.
