Pittsburgh Pirates’ Trevor Williams Recorded His First MLB Win And His Post-Game Embrace With His Father Was Spectacular

24-year-old Pirates prospect Trevor Williams was called up to the bigs on Tuesday and the next day, the right-hander recorded his very first MLB win. He pitched three innings, allowed one unearned run, and struck out three in the 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.

Williams, who was selected by the Marlins in the 2012 MLB Draft, shared an emotional embrace with his wife Jackie, 11-month-old son Isaac, and father, Richard.

His dad was beaming with pride.

Gulp.

Williams spoke on the moment in the locker room after the game.

https://twitter.com/BiertempfelTrib/status/773718461541474305

Hey dad. Dad. Look. My Shot. It went in. Dad. Hug me.

Ah. Fuck it.

[h/t For The Win]

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