Congressman Steve Scalise takes the field

Last night, fans at the annual Congressional baseball game which began in 1909 witnessed a remarkable and emotional feat as Representative Steve Scalise of Louisiana returned to the ball field after suffering life threatening injuries as of a result being shot during an attack by a gunman during the teams practice a year ago.  Rep. Scalise had no intention of just attending the game, he was going to play as well.  USA Today reported Representative as stating earlier in the day, “there was a lot of symbolism in the teams playing on June 14, the anniversary of the shooting”. As a way of showing respect to the country and to honor the special agents that saved his life a year ago, Rep. Scalise wore a USA jersey along with a Capitol Police cap instead of his traditional LSU attire.  With assistance, Scalise took his position on the infield at second base. As he stepped on to the field he received a standing ovation. The accomplishments of Representative Steve Scalise did not stop there as he fielded a grounder to start the game. As a result, the crowd broke out in cheers and his teammates hugged him. [1 image, 1 link, 1 quotation, 195 words]