The annual Congressional Baseball Game was played on Wednesday, with 35,000 fans in attendance and $3 million raised for charity. The game, which pits Democrats against Republicans, was a closely watched event, with many considering it a symbol of bipartisan camaraderie.

The Game

The game itself was a thrilling affair, with the Republicans emerging victorious. Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt, a Republican, made a notable play, laying out for a baseball and splitting his nose open. The moment was caught on camera and ended up on SportsCenter.

Sen. Schmitt, who is a self-proclaimed baseball fan, said he loved playing in the game. ‘I grew up with it as a St. Louis Cardinals fan listening on the radio and going to games. Playing in high school. Playing in college. And now I get to be out here in front of 35,000 people and raise $3 million for charity,’ he told OutKick before the game.

The Atmosphere

The atmosphere at the game was electric, with fans from both sides cheering on their teams. The event was likened to an SEC football game, with the energy and excitement of the crowd being compared to a major sporting event.

The game also featured a number of notable attendees, including former MLB star Mark Teixeira, who is expected to join the Republican team next year. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, a Republican, said the team is looking forward to having Teixeira on board and is confident they will win next year’s game.

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