Watch: Ian Happ Crushes First Pitch of Game for Solo Home Run

Ian Happ wasted no time getting the Cubs a run, and the lead. From his lead-off spot in the batting order, Happ went deep on the very first pitch of the game. He took this 91 mph sinker and deposited it 413 feet away in the right-centerfield bleachers.

one pitch is all it takes…🎶#YouHaveToSeeIt | @ihapp_1 pic.twitter.com/RLdnxODmRI

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) August 17, 2024