A player’s first career hit is always special. It represents the culmination of something they have been working towards for their entire lives. Whether they are a budding superstar, a career minor leaguer, or anything in between, that first hit is a wonderful milestone that should be celebrated.
He also earned an ice bath for his troubles.
Peterson’s heroics led to a 3-1 Tigers win, which brings the club back to .500 on the young season.