Andrew Abbott will be the Cincinnati Reds Opening Day starter this season, and it's an honor the left-hander isn't taking lightly.
"I think it's awesome. I don't take anything for granted. I'm honored to represent Cincinnati on that day. Being there, and seeing how big of a holiday (it is), and how big it's celebrated. It's great," Abbott said while attending a NASCAR event earlier this week. "I'm excited to take the ball and give it my all."
Abbott has been embraced by the Cincinnati faithful, and is one of the best starting pitchers in the game.