Phoenix Police Officer Tyler Moldovan throws out first pitch at D-backs home opener
PHOENIX - The Arizona Diamondbacks played their first home game on April 6, and they kicked off the big day with a powerful moment.
Phoenix Police Officer Tyler Moldovan threw out the ceremonial first pitch. Moldovan continues his recovery after he was shot multiple times while investigating reports of cars driving erratically in December 2021.
Officer Moldovan was initially given little chance to live but has since made major improvements, and his recovery has been documented by his wife, Chelsea, on social media.
Phoenix Police Officer Tyler Moldovan will throw out the first pitch at the Arizona Diamondbacks home opener on April 6, 2023. Moldovan continues his recovery after he was shot multiple times while investigating reports of cars driving erratically in (Phoenix Police/Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Chelsea brought him to the mound in his wheelchair, helped him get up, and he threw the ball to home plate.
The Dodgers gained a quick lead and eventually won 5-2. The two teams will play again Friday night, with the first pitch at 6:40 p.m.