Barack Obama — The 44th President Throws First Pitch at Nationals Park

What Happened: Barack Obama at the Event

Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Washington Nationals' 2010 home opener, continuing a long presidential tradition. While Obama is also known as a Chicago White Sox fan, his years in Washington, D.C. naturally connected him to the Nationals. His first pitch at Nationals Park remains one of the iconic presidential baseball moments.

Fan Reaction

The crowd gave a huge ovation as the sitting president took the mound at Nationals Park

What Did Barack Obama Wear?

Nationals jacket and cap

Who Was Barack Obama With?

Secret Service detail and family

Where Did Barack Obama Sit?

Presidential suite

Where Did Barack Obama Eat?

Not publicly reported

Where Did Barack Obama Stay?

The White House