Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell showed true professionalism during an on-field interview during the top of the second inning at the Little League Classic that, frankly, lasted far too long.
But while wrapping up the Q&A, mostly with ESPN play-by-play announcer Karl Ravech, Mitchell, capped the conversation in a game against the Atlanta Braves with an act of true class.
Mitchell paid tribute to Ravech, who is calling his final MLB game with the network after being laid off in July.
"I know this is your last broadcast," Mitchell said. "I appreciate everything you've done for this game. I've been listening to you for a long time and it's a pleasure to share this last one with you."
Ravech, who has been with ESPN for 33 years, thanked Mitchell:
"It's a pleasure sharing it with you too, I appreciate it."
Mitchell was quickly praised for his actions by the Brewers-Braves viewing audience on social media:
Some fans were upset that Mitchell was being interviewed.
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Garrett Mitchell bids ESPN announcer classy farewell during Brewers-Braves game
