Pink bat carries special meaning for Maybin

Maybin's RBI single 0:22 5/10/15: Cameron Maybin slaps a single to center field that scores Alberto Callaspo in the top of the 2nd inning WASHINGTON -- The color pink, whether on bats, the scoreboard or fans' attire, was splashed throughout Nationals Park Sunday. The reason was Mother's Day.

The color signifies more than that for Braves outfielder Cameron Maybin.

"Not only symbolizing Mother's Day, but pink in general symbolizes the fight against breast cancer," Maybin said. "For me, it's a huge day."

He then explained why by revealing difficult family details. His grandmother passed away from breast cancer. An aunt is a four-time breast cancer survivor. A 30-year-old cousin had a lump removed.

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