MLB fans react hilariously as actress Eva Longoria takes to Globe Life Field to throw out first pitch ahead of Texas Rangers game
Eva Longoria is a well-known actress, producer and director. Over the course of her two-decade career, Longoria has become a household name in the entertainment industry on account of her several high-profile roles.
Some of her most notable roles include The Young and the Restless, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Desperate Housewives. For her role as Gabrielle Solis in Desperate Housewives from 2004 to 2012, Longoria received a Golden Globe Award.
While Eva Longoria's career as an actress has been solidified, a recent appearance in her home state of Texas has left many doubting whether the Corpus Christi native will ever be able to take up a career on the mound.
Ahead of the Texas Rangers' game against the St. Louis Cardinals on June 7, Longoria was invited to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
Eva Longoria threw out the first pitch tonight at the Rangers game
(via @Rangers)
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"Eva Longoria threw out the first pitch tonight at the Rangers game (via @Rangers)" - MLB
Longoria was born and raised in the city of Corpus Christi, Texas. While her hometown may be closer to Houston, it did not stop legions of Texas Rangers fans from delivering a standing ovation as she walked up to the mound.
Although the 48-year-old showed no shortage of enthusiasm, the delivery wasn't exactly up to MLB standards. It did not take long for fans to take to Twitter to remark on her performance, albeit in a loving and supportive manner.
@MLBONFOX @Rangers Who need Jacob DeGrom when you can put Eva Longoria out there? 🔥💯
@MLBONFOX @Rangers Best thing I've seen from the Rangers. Probably ever.
@MLBONFOX @Rangers I know she’s beautiful but can we see where the ball landed!? 😂
@MLBONFOX @Rangers Still fuego 🔥
@MLBONFOX @Rangers She's still throwing 98.
@MLBONFOX @Rangers Was it a strike lol
@MLBONFOX @Rangers Goat x sneaky good arm action
Some continue to get Eva Longoria confused with former Rookie of the Year Award winner and current Arizona Diamondbacks slugger Evan Longoria. Despite the similarity in their names, there is no relation between the two.
@MLBONFOX @Rangers still cant believe that her and evan longoria arent married
@MLBONFOX @Rangers I definitely read Evan not Eva and was super confused lol
@MLBONFOX @Rangers I swore that said Evan Longoria at first and was wondering why he was throwing out the first pitch at a Rangers game
With a team ERA of 3.58, the Texas Rangers have the fourth-lowest ERA in the MLB, meaning that Eva Longoria can probably stick to her day job. There is, however, an opening in the rotation after it was announced that starter Jacob deGrom will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery.
Eva Longoria is one of the Lone Star State's biggest stars
Throughout her career, Longoria has held her identity as a Hispanic Texan very close to her heart. With the Rangers looking set to contend for their first AL West title since the 2016 season, having a local icon represent them is great for fan engagement.
Perhaps next time she is invited, Longoria will have practiced her throwing, which will, hopefully, make for a more powerful and accurate pitch delivery.