While at spring training in Arizona earlier this year, a stray dog stumbled upon the Milwaukee Brewers' field and found a forever home with the team. It's a true Cinderella story for the dog, who was rescued by the organization and officially became an honorary member of the team on March 14, 2014.
General Manager Doug Melvin said that Hank was one of the few walk-ons the team has accepted, before presenting him with a tiny jersey. Since finding him on February 17th, the tiny white pup named Hank T. Dog has had made a major impact on the MLB team. Lovingly dubbed as the MVP – Most Valuable Pooch, vets estimated that Hank is around two to three years old and a Bichon Frise mix.
The dog who came out of left field hungry, dirty and alone, now has loving fans rooting for him around the world. Below are some adorable photos of the unexpected baseball star. Prepare to have your heart melted! This little white pup might not be any good on the field, but he's certainly hitting home runs with his cuteness.
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Meet Hank! The Milwaukee Brewers found this little stray while in AZ for spring training.
The stray was found wandering the practice fields at Maryvale Baseball Park on February 17, 2014.
The team lovingly named the dog Hank after baseball legend Hank Aaron.
The Brewers even gave Hank his very own jersey...
And made him an official member of the team!
Hank having a moment of gratitude with one of the Brewers' security guards.
Hank plays with the ticket office manager. Everyone loves their little mascot!
Hank keeps the team's morale up. The staff members take turns watching the stray at night.
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Yovani Gallardo with the dog at spring training.
Hank hangs out during practice!
Gallardo taking a breather to enjoy a nice stroll with the little pup.
Hank doesn't give autographs, but he gladly stops for belly rubs from his fans.
Milwaukee Brewers catcher Jonathan Lucroy takes a break from spring training to pet the Bichon Frise mix.
Hank's owner never stepped up to the plate, so he has finally found a forever home on the team's roster.
The team's new mascot is finally happy with his new family. Go Hank!!!
