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Young Grads Throw Out the First Pitch with MLB Canine Companions for Independence graduates are helping with the "first fetch" at their local Major League Baseball games.   Shea, Age 14 From Centreville, VA Skilled Companion Mercer Pre-game ceremony at Yankee Stadium, along with the release of her third book about her adventures with her assistance dog, Marvelous Mercer. Date: Monday, September 14 First Pitch at 7:05 PM Trevor, Age 10 From Reynoldsburg, OH Skilled Companion Anderson III Throwing out the first pitch at the Great American Ball Park's Bark in the Park, as the Cincinnati Reds host the Houston Astros. Date: Tuesday, September 15 First Pitch at 7:10 PM