| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| ANTHEM | Tune preceding the first pitch |
| ONEBC | Last year preceding the first century |
| START | Throw the first pitch |
| STARTER | One throwing the first pitch |
| NOONEON | Situation when the first pitch is thrown |
| SAIN | Three-time All-Star pitcher Johnny who threw the first major league pitch to Jackie Robinson |
