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Players from MLB's nine Youth Academies honored before Game 2

During the pregame buildup for the second matchup of the Fall Classic, Major League Baseball recognized a group of exceptional youngsters for their achievements on the diamond and within their neighborhoods. The honorees included recipients of the Jennie Finch Empowerment Award, elite participants in the Pitch, Hit & Run contest, American Legion victors, and representatives from regional MLB Youth Academies.

Additionally, nine individuals were singled out as Youth of the Year representatives for their respective academies, including Michael Hayes, Brayden Bolden, Gustavo Ramirez, Dylan Robinson, Kaitlyn Asher, Da'Nyiah Shamel, Yadiel Rodriguez Carrion, Vincent Hood, and Antonio Phelps. Among the attendees were former academy participants currently competing at the professional level, such as World Series participants David Hamilton and Chandler Simpson.

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