Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart to throw first pitches at Yankees game
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Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart of the New York Knicks will throw out the first pitches at Yankee Stadium before the Yankees' game against the Chicago White Sox on June 17, 2026. This event comes as the Knicks celebrate their recent NBA championship victory over the San Antonio Spurs, having secured the title on June 13. The Knicks' first championship since 1973 included a strong performance by Brunson, who was named Finals MVP. The celebration will continue with a ticker-tape parade in Manhattan on June 18, where the team will receive keys to the city from Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
- •Brunson and Hart will throw first pitches at Yankee Stadium.
- •The Knicks won their first championship since 1973 on June 13.
- •Brunson averaged 32.6 points per game in the Finals.
- •A parade in Manhattan is scheduled for June 18 at 10 a.m.
- •Mayor Zohran Mamdani will present the team with keys to the city.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson slapping Josh Hart’s cap at Yankees Stadium sparks unexpected fan reaction
- 5:09 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart throw out first pitch as Knicks’ championship tour reaches Yankee Stadium
- 1:06 AMESPN MLB — Brunson, Hart toss first pitches at Yankee Stadium...
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Brunson and Hart throw out first pitches at Yankee Stadium as Knicks celebrate NBA title
- 10:40 PMMLB.com — Knicks champs Brunson, Hart to throw out 1st pitch in Bronx - MLB.com
- 4:13 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks stars will throw out first pitches at Yankees game
"The New York Knicks’ victory tour following their first NBA championship since 1973 made another stop Wednesday night when Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart threw out ceremonial first pitches at Yankee Stadium. Before the Yankees played the Chicago White Sox, Brunson and Hart were met with a standing ovation and loud cheers from fans as they took the field to a montage of highlights from the title run. Standing in front of the mound and wearing Yankees pinstripes, Brunson made his toss to backup catcher J.C. Escarra while Hart threw to utilityman Max Schuemann.
"Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart brought the Knicks’ title celebration to the Bronx, throwing out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium just days after helping New York end its NBA championship drought. The Knicks stars appeared before the Yankees’ game against the White Sox, the latest stop in a citywide victory lap that has stretched well beyond basketball.
"Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart have already become Knicks legends, and even a trip to Yankee Stadium turned into another moment fans will remember. Fresh off their title-winning season, the pair were in the Bronx to throw out ceremonial first pitches before the Yankees hosted the Chicago White Sox.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 10:45 AMJalen Brunson slapping Josh Hart’s cap at Yankees Stadium sparks unexpected fan reaction
Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart have already become Knicks legends, and even a trip to Yankee Stadium turned into another moment fans will remember. Fresh off their title-winning season, the pair were in the Bronx to throw out ceremonial first pitches before the Yankees hosted the Chicago White Sox.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 5:09 AMJalen Brunson and Josh Hart throw out first pitch as Knicks’ championship tour reaches Yankee Stadium
Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart brought the Knicks’ title celebration to the Bronx, throwing out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium just days after helping New York end its NBA championship drought. The Knicks stars appeared before the Yankees’ game against the White Sox, the latest stop in a citywide victory lap that has stretched well beyond basketball.
- ESPN MLBJun 18, 2026, 1:06 AMBrunson, Hart toss first pitches at Yankee Stadium...
Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart received loud ovations from fans at Yankee Stadium as they took the field to throw out the ceremonial first pitches before Wednesday's White Sox-Yankees game.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 11:39 PMBrunson and Hart throw out first pitches at Yankee Stadium as Knicks celebrate NBA title
The New York Knicks’ victory tour following their first NBA championship since 1973 made another stop Wednesday night when Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart threw out ceremonial first pitches at Yankee Stadium. Before the Yankees played the Chicago White Sox, Brunson and Hart were met with a standing ovation and loud cheers from fans as they took the field to a montage of highlights from the title run. Standing in front of the mound and wearing Yankees pinstripes, Brunson made his toss to backup catcher J.C. Escarra while Hart threw to utilityman Max Schuemann.
- MLB.comJun 17, 2026, 10:40 PMKnicks champs Brunson, Hart to throw out 1st pitch in Bronx - MLB.com
NEW YORK – The Canyon of Heroes is ready to roar for the Knicks, with millions expected to flood Lower Manhattan on Thursday morning. Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart received a sneak preview of that reception. They tossed ceremonial first pitches before Wednesday…
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 4:13 PMKnicks stars will throw out first pitches at Yankees game
Knicks starts Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart will throw out the first pitches before the Yankees' game Wednesday night against the Chicago White Sox.
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