Hall of Famer Randy Johnson is embarking on a unique venture that stems from an unforgettable moment in his MLB career. Back in 2001, Johnson’s fastball famously collided with a bird during a spring training game. The incident, which resulted in an explosion of feathers, has remained etched in baseball lore.
Two decades later, Johnson is making amends for the past by partnering with DirecTV to transform old satellite dishes into bird sanctuaries. The campaign, titled “Bird Ballparks,” aims to provide new homes for birds and make amends for Johnson’s previous actions.
“23 years later, it’s still out there, it still seems to be relevant,” Johnson said. “So after 23 years, I’m doing a nice campaign now with DirecTV, and what they’ve done is they’ve had me make these bird ballparks with their old satellite dishes.”
The campaign has resonated with fans who appreciate Johnson’s humorous approach to addressing the incident. Fans took to social media to express their support for Johnson’s initiative.
“Amazing stuff! Love it, Randy!” one fan exclaimed.
“That commercial is hands down the best ad I’ve seen in a long time!” another fan raved.
“This is absolutely incredible!” said a third fan.
“Way to lean into the madness RJ,” remarked another fan.
Johnson’s “Bird Ballparks” campaign is not only a creative way to give back to nature but also a testament to his ability to embrace his past and turn it into something positive.
