Sports world pays tribute on the anniversary of 9/11

It was 18 years ago Wednesday that 2,977 people perished in a coordinated terrorist attack targeting the center of the United States’ economic and military power.

Some are too young to remember the day that changed this nation forever. Others feel like it happened just yesterday.

No matter where were then and where we are now, Wednesday is a day of remembering.

The sports world itself has a special part in that. It acted as an outlet following the devastating attacks. We all remember both the NFL and MLB returning to action.

We remember then-president George W. Bush throwing out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium after New York suffered the most.

It’s in this that the sports world is paying tribute on the anniversary of the day America changed forever.

Today and everyday, we remember Pat Tillman. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/sIM28X7JLh
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) September 11, 2019

Always touches my heart to see the emotional messages of remembrance today. Truly grateful to all that honor us who played the first game after the attacks. A sad day however as I think of those lost and the part of our hearts that is missing. May God give you peace.#NeverForget
— Mike Piazza (@mikepiazza31) September 11, 2019

Let’s never forget that 18 yrs ago so many lives were changed forever. We honor the memory of the fallen, their families, and the first responders who rushed in without hesitation to save lives. #NeverForget
— Larry Fitzgerald (@LarryFitzgerald) September 11, 2019

#NeverForget the heroes who ran toward the danger that morning. pic.twitter.com/YaYBWb2YMv
— Pat Fitzgerald (@coachfitz51) September 11, 2019

So many lives lost…So many heroes gained. 🙏🏽🙏🏽 #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/cp0gqsKbJz
— Avery Williamson (@AWilliamson54) September 11, 2019

We remember and honor those lost and affected 18 years ago today. #NeverForget 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/rRPayeRHMm
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) September 11, 2019

We will #NeverForget. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/PKRUvGflTD
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) September 11, 2019

🇺🇸 #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/f25XkkGJwF
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) September 11, 2019

Never Forget 🇺🇸🏴‍☠️ #9/11 #28
— Brett Toth (@bretttoth78) September 11, 2019

We hold the events of Sept. 11, 2001 in our hearts and minds today and every day. 🇺🇸 #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/enNUkmveoV
— Vegas Golden Knights (@GoldenKnights) September 11, 2019

Today and every day, we remember and honor those who lost their lives, their loved ones, and the heroes who bravely responded during the tragic events on September 11, 2001. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/PzIJ8y5zou
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) September 11, 2019

Today, we remember the innocent lives lost 18 years ago. #NeverForget🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/KGHQKW73FS
— Ole Miss Athletics (@OleMissSports) September 11, 2019

An iconic moment in sports history. George Bush throwing out the first pitch in Game 3 of the World Series after 9/11 ⚾️🇺🇸 #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/GTmBnfSJiv
— Kent (@RealKentMurphy) September 11, 2019

More than a home run. @mikepiazza31’s trot around the bases was a part of helping this city heal. #September11 | #NeverForget 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/Ai0HfYxHgT
— New York Mets (@Mets) September 11, 2019

Living in New Jersey for 5 years I got a front row seat to the most beautiful sky line in the world. I can only imagine how much better it would look with those towers still standing. We remember all those that lost their lives on September 11th, 2001. #NeverForget
— Justin Pugh (@JustinPugh) September 11, 2019

We shall #NeverForget 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/qZVGMH5nG7
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) September 11, 2019

18 years ago, our country changed forever. I ask you to please join me in prayer today for all of the families who lost loved ones, as well as the first responders who answered the call and gave their everything for this country. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/U26j7E8Wmx
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) September 11, 2019