Get the best of Smithsonian magazine by email. Free tacos are free tacos. Is it the Cleveland Indians, who he's rooted on in person as an Akron native? Sauceda pitched the fifth perfect game in Little League World Series history and the first in 29 years when he struck out all 12 batters in a 12-0 win over Emilia, Italy. The material on this site can not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with prior written permission of Multiply. Maybe it's all three! Right-handed pitcher Chase Anderson got the win for Southeast, pitching three innings before relievers Matthew Matthijs and Carson Hardee came in to secure the perfect game. I might think it... We'll admit it: it's super easy to win free Taco Bell for the United States given how easy the promotion has been over the years. pic.twitter.com/bRFQ9qfG64, Four teams advanced on the road to the #LLWS title yesterday. This is actually the second time he's done this, because Mookie Betts is a base-stealing hero who loves his country and wants to get us free tacos. Or is it the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are in the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays and who happen to play in the same city as James' Lakers? Nero, History's Most Despised Emperor, Gets a Makeover. Mexico tossed its 4th no-hitter in recorded history in 13-0 win over Italy. https://ftw.usatoday.com/2017/08/little-league-world-series-southeast-north-carolina-perfect-game-combined-midwest-south-dakota-mexico-no-hitter-italy-williamsport-pennsylvania. Which of these two mortal enemies will win? To help him escape, the Navy relied on a small but heavily armed class of ships: the PT boat. Smithsonian Institution, Source: The space suits used by the astronauts on Gemini 7, known as grasshopper suits, were designed for comfort. A black mamba can kill 15 grown men with just one bite. All Rights Reserved. It's a partnership that's as unlikely as any: herds of bison on the move are kicking up chunks of earth. While North Carolina’s bats were hot — scoring four runs in the third inning — the team’s pitching and defense was on display. A mongoose is lightning fast and has razor-sharp teeth. Learn how, through marching for freedom and fairness, African Americans have fought to create a better America for everyone. It was the team’s fourth no-hitter and ties its record for largest shutout. If you are 13 years old when were you born? But that's besides the point. On July 28, 1917, about 10,000 Black men, women, and children marched silently down Manhattan's Fifth Avenue in one of the very first civil rights protests. Advertising Notice The film The Perfect Game is a great story of the underdog defeating adversity at home and in public. What role does the media play in the fight for freedom and equality? But after two weeks inside them, that was the last thing on the crew’s minds. Little League® International remembers César L. Faz, Manager of the Industrial Little League team from Monterrey, Mexico, which became the first team from outside of the United States to win the Little League Baseball® World Series (LLBWS) Championship. Hey, he's allowed to root on whoever he wants. Is it the New York Yankees, who he's talked about supporting growing up? Which baseball team does LeBron James root for? What is the rising action of faith love and dr lazaro? What is the hink-pink for blue green moray? #SportsMatter @DICKS pic.twitter.com/86DxUig33j, — Little League (@LittleLeague) August 19, 2017, North Carolina completes the 1st perfect game at the #LLWS since 2008 – Jesus Sauceda of Mexico vs Italy (4 innings). Number of Game in thePlayoffsIn each the American League and National League there are two rounds of playoffs to get to the World Series. But the way he brandished it in public reveals his savvy understanding of mythology and power. North Carolina's perfect game is the fifth in the #LLWS since 1970, and the first involving teams from the U.S. The Black Death of 1348 was a devastating event, wiping out half the population of Britain. The Little League Baseball World Series famously showcases the talent of the best young players from all over the world, and so far, the tournament has already seen a perfect game and a no-hitter. Keep up-to-date on: © 2020 Smithsonian Magazine. The Southeast North Carolina team will take on the West team Sunday, while the Midwest’s South Dakota dropped to the losers’ bracket and will play the Northwest team Saturday night. Privacy Statement What is the time signature of the song Atin Cu Pung Singsing? And what role should it play? According to ESPN Stats & Info, it was the first perfect game in the LLWS since 2008 — when Mexico pitched it against Italy — and just the fifth overall since 1970. California Do Not Sell My Info Does Jerry Seinfeld have Parkinson's disease? or The Perfect Game Heard 'Round the World Watch newsreel footage of Angel Macias' astonishing performance at the Little League World Series. It's no secret that Charles IV, king of Bohemia, possessed the Spear of Destiny. 2019 PG 10U World Series in Marietta, GA from 6/14/2019 - 6/18/2019 Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III, on how MLK's assassination affected all Americans and how the civil rights leader ultimately embodied of the best of our nation. It was also the first perfect game from a U.S. team. How long will the footprints on the moon last? Because James spent Tuesday night tweeting a bunch of support for the Dodgers, which is very fun. As Mexico looked to bounce back from a surprising 4-1 loss to Latin America on Thursday, it pummeled Italy, 13-0, to keep its championship hopes alive Saturday afternoon. He was 98. In the World Series, one stolen base triggers a free taco. Well, unfortunately, you're going to have to be patient.