WATCH: 49ers’ Mitch Wishnowsky puts spin on Giants ceremonial first pitch with punt into McCovey Cove

The San Francisco 49ers may be known⁤ for their success on the football field, but their punter Mitch Wishnowsky stole the show at the San Francisco Giants’ home opener on Friday. Instead of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch, Wishnowsky opted for a “first punt”⁢ that landed in McCovey Cove, much ​to the delight of ‌the fans in attendance.

Wishnowsky, ⁣who has been ⁣with the 49ers since 2019 and was a ​former Ray Guy Award winner at Utah, showed off his impressive punting skills by ⁤launching ‍a football from⁢ the Oracle‍ Park outfield all the way⁣ to the ​water. ⁢And to add to the excitement, the ball landed just inches away from a kayaker in the ‍cove.

But Wishnowsky’s impressive punt wasn’t‌ the only highlight of the game. The Giants ​went on ​to win 3-2 thanks to a walk-off double by Thairo Estrada in the ninth inning.‍ And it seems the ⁢presence of a 49er may have brought some good luck to the Giants, who have struggled in recent⁤ years.

As for Wishnowsky, he⁤ has already played ⁣in two Super Bowls with the 49ers, including this‌ past February’s Super Bowl LVIII. And it looks like his success has carried over‍ to the Giants,​ who were able to secure a win thanks to Estrada’s heroics.

It’s safe to say that Wishnowsky’s “first punt” was a hit with both the fans and the Giants, and it’s just another example of the crossover between sports and‌ the unique moments they can create. Who‍ knows, maybe we’ll see more athletes from​ different sports taking on ceremonial duties in‌ the future.