Happ mentioned after the game that it was a very emotional day for him and his catcher. And that emotion was heightened when the crowd chimed in.
Both men received standing ovations from the Wrigley faithful. A testament to the appreciation a fan base has for those who don its favorite jersey.
“It was two really beautiful days at Wrigley Field that I tried to appreciate just as much, if not more, than any other time I get to step out there,” he said.
“I didn’t expect it in my first at-bat. It was just amazing. I tried to enjoy it as much as I could. I love how the fans embrace myself and how much they love me.”