Mayor Naheed Nenshi was on the hallowed grounds of Foothills Stadium tonight for the first pitch, but he didn’t actually throw the first pitch. C’mon Mayor, we want to see that arm!
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Apparently Naheed is not allowed to do certain activities. I overheard his assistant comment that she does not allow him to do much beyond talk and walk (my words… not a direct quote).