PITTSBURGH —

Kavan Markwood walked out onto the pitcher's mound at PNC Park Saturday, five months after falling from the stands over the 21-foot Clemente Wall.

Our news partners at the Trib reported that Markwood was invited by the Pirates to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before Saturday’s game against the Athletics. Advertisement

VIDEO ABOVE: Kavan Markwood throws the first pitch at the Pirates game on Saturday

He also met with club chairman Bob Nutting, manager Don Kelly, and designated hitter Andrew McCutchen before the game.

The 21-year-old from Lincoln Borough received a rousing ovation when introduced to the crowd while wearing a custom gold City Connect jersey with his surname across his back.

“That was amazing,” Markwood told the Trib. “I really appreciate the city f

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