Phillies World Series Legend Savannah Goes To Guest Spot For Bananas originally appeared nbc sports philadelphia
Shane Victorino once again hit his stride over the weekend, and while on form, he played a big part in bringing joy to the fans.
The former Phillies outfielder known as “The Flyin’ Hawaiian” suited up for Savannah Bananas — think baseball’s version of the Harlem Globetrotters — as his world tour made a stop in Victorino’s current hometown of Las Vegas. The speakers blared his customary walk-up song, “Three Little Birds” by Bob Marley, during his at-bat as the fans sang in unison.
Wearing number 8, the same number he wore in his seven-plus years with the Phillies, Victorino went deep for a home run to the delight of the capacity crowd at Las Vegas Ballpark.
Victorino was an integral part of the Phillies’ run of five straight NL East division titles. He mashed a grand slam in Game 2 of the 2008 NLDS against the Brewers, and hit a game-tying, two-run shot in Game 5 of the NLCS against the Dodgers, moments before Matt Steers’ titanic homer of the inning. He made two All-Star teams and won three Gold Gloves in the red pinstripes.
The Savannah Bananas will not be coming to Philadelphia on their World Tour, but they will stop in Trenton, NJ on August 9 to play at Trenton Thunder Ballpark. you can go to their website and get on their waiting list For tickets, which will be available two months before the date of the game.
