Buttenfield consistently knocked it out of the park with his 95 mph pitches. Fans and players alike continued to be in awe of Nate’s ability to…
Limeport Stadium became a real-life “Field of Dreams” when 30-year-old teacher and coach Nate Buttenfield stunned scouts with 94–98 mph heat in a Tri-County League game. After dominating in a surprise comeback outing, the former Frontier League pitcher is suddenly drawing major league interest. Could this be “The Rookie, Part 2”? Discover the remarkable night that put Buttenfield back on the baseball map.
Two months ago, Nate Buttenfield was pitching in a semi-pro league in his native Pittsburgh area.
For the majority of kids who grow up dreaming of being baseball players, those aspirations rarely transpire. Many will hope, but few will make it. When those dreams do come true, they inspire us all!