SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT—Before the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies took the field for the 2018 MLB Little League Classic, players on both clubs spent some time with the youngsters.
It’s tough to say who was more excited — the Little Leaguers or the Big Leaguers.
Every year, thousands of people descend on Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, for the Little League World Series. It is a wholesome family event — tickets are free, parking is cheap and the ballparks feature a slew of amenities.
Last year, Little League International partnered with Major League Baseball to bring two professional teams to Williamsport, with the goal of growing the game at the grassroots level.