Overview
- Kerry Wood pitched for the Savannah Bananas at Wrigley Field and executed a behind-the-back flip that was called a strike.
- Wood, who took the mound at Wrigley on Saturday, delivered the trick pitch with the bases loaded and two outs in the sixth inning.
- The pitch was done by sleight of hand: Wood discreetly flipped the ball from behind his back so it floated over the plate into the strike zone.
- Video of the play, including an umpire-cam view, captured the stunned batter and a loud, delighted crowd reaction at the exhibition event.
- The appearance, which also featured former Cubs catcher David Ross, underscored how Banana-Ball blends nostalgia and showmanship and continues to draw attention to retired stars returning to classic venues.