Up close with Jackson Holliday at his MLB debut at Fenway Park

Yes, his handwriting sucks but I'm pretty sure his hitting will improve. I got Jackson Holliday (MLB's No. 1 prospect) to sign a baseball for me before his very first game in the big leagues, and I'm giving it away right here as a prize on KZbin. In order to have a chance to win, here's what you need to do:
1) Subscribe to my channel. (It'll make it easier for me to know that you're subscribed if your subscriptions are public.)
2) Like this video.
3) Leave a comment and mention the ball.
That's it! I will pick a winner on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 and pin that person's comment. Then we'll need to get in touch so I can mail you the baseball for free! No one else will pick winners or make any announcements about this contest. If anyone else replies to your comment or contacts you and claims to represent me or says that you won or that you need to pay for this, it's a scam, and you should report them immediately. I will also announce the winner on my verified Instagram (@zack_hample) story, so again, please don't be fooled by the wannabe crooks. UPDATE: ‪@noahnussbaum8693‬ is the winner. Thanks to everyone who participated!
In other important news, I'm doing another fundraiser this season to support my favorite charity called Pitch In For Baseball & Softball (pifbs.org) which helps kids all over the world to play ball by providing equipment. Here's a link to the fundraiser:
pledgeit.org/z...
Basically I'm asking people to pledge money for each baseball that I snag in 2024. You can pledge/donate as little as one penny per ball (which will end up being about a $3 or $4 donation), but if you donate at least 10 cents per ball, you'll be eligible to win some really cool prizes including (1) an A2K glove from Wilson, (2) a custom bat from Birdman Bats, (3) an Andrew Vaughn signed jersey, (4) a ball signed by Michael Young, and (5) an Evoshield goody bag. Check out the Pitch In For Baseball & Softball website to learn more about what they do:
pifbs.org/
But okay, back to Fenway Park for a moment . . . this game took place on April 10, 2024 between the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles. My main goal, other than simply witnessing it, was to catch Jackson Holliday's 1st MLB home run, but unfortunately the young phenom -- playing 2nd base and batting 9th -- went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts. It was still an incredible night, though, and I'm excited to share the experience with you in this video.
Oh, and check out my merch:
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This video was filmed by Rachel Messbauer and edited by Zac Gutherman (@zg_films). Thanks for watching!

[@noahnussbaum8693]

It's pretty wild that you got that ball lol, especially from Jackson's debut. Would obviously love to win it but if not, someone's adding a great piece to their collection.

[@zackhample]

Well guess what? That "someone" is YOU! Congrats on winning this baseball, and now let's figure out how to get it to you. 🎉

[@ChaseBrown-m6h]

congratulations

[@noahnussbaum8693]

Hey Zack!! Very shocked to win this ball but thanks a lot! 💪💪 I’ll dm you on insta and we’ll go from there.

[@zackhample]

@@noahnussbaum8693 You are very welcome (!!) and I will look for your DM. Sometimes I get overwhelmed by all the DMs there so thanks for the heads-up.

[@noahnussbaum8693]

@@zackhample no problem Zack! Just glad youre doing this, as I said before.

[@autcan]

Thank you Zack, great video, as usual. On May 2, 1999, when I was just a toddler, I saw my first live television game featuring an MLB team. On that day, the Baltimore Orioles were defeated by the Cuban national team in a friendly game. My grandpa was at Fenway that night, and he took pics for me. From that day on, my favorite team was the Orioles. I have been following you since I lived in Cuba, with pirate internet lol. I am just starting my collection of baseball memorabilia. Moved from Cuba to Toronto just to accomplish my goal of see every single MLB team. It would be great to have that Jackson Holliday's signed ball, but it might be harder for me to get it, harder than it is for you to get a foul ball at Fenway. Keep making us happy with you work!

[@Tim3636-ur6vt]

Great Autograph from Jackson, I would love to add that to my collection. In your movie and videos you talk about how baseball can be a great way to escape bullying and have fun. I’ve definitely taken that to heart. I went to 52 games last year and already 15 this year. Thank you Zack for promoting this great sport.

[@BTG_PENGUIN]

Can I ask what’s in your collection just curious not trying to be rude

[@chadfleming7685]

Getting that Jackson Holiday ball was a highlight of this young year. At some point we need to get you in the HOF as a true baseball fan. Thank you for doing what we all want to do. Just watch baseball and being part of the game!!! Have a great year and I will be watching for each video!!

[@jackjellison2866]

Zack!!! Couple great games went to both and sat next to you in the first one! Grandstand 42, row 5 seats 22 & 23! Love your stuff keep the content coming!!! And send me that ball baby!!!

[@DitchDr101]

Amazing video as always Zack. Grew up watching Jackson’s dad play ball and so cool to see his son be able to join the big league as well. Would be such a cool item to treasure for a lifetime.

[@doubleueyett]

As a PIFBAS donor, I would love to win this ball! I have won in the past and it not only is a cool prize, but you feel good donating to such a good cause! Go donate everyone!!!

[@cullenwarren9706]

Thank you for being generous and sharing your ball.

[@ConnorHanna2]

Super cool baseball Zack! I would love to win this giveaway, Jackson is going to be a stud! Keep making good content for us viewers to watch! Great video!

[@AmyBlodgett]

The ball would be awesome to have!! Thanks so mich for all u do need more people like u showing the young kids how much you love baseball will be watching all Year long good luck this year man!!!

[@TL00504]

It would be an honor to win Jackson’s ball! I’ve been watching your videos for a long time and what you bring to the game & culture of baseball should be celebrated! Thanks for your commitment and passion to the game!

[@dustinabshire331]

Love watching the videos, hope to run into at Coors field one day. Loved watching Jackson’s dad play ball and the ball would be awesome piece to own.

[@skulker2000]

Nice work on getting Jackson Holliday to sign your ball before the game. I'm sure there was a crowd wanting to do the same. Always enjoy your videos Zack and thanks for them and all the great work you do outside of the channel. Hope you get alot of baseballs this year for the fundraiser.

[@CollinNicklay]

Hey congrats on getting a signed baseball by Jackson Holliday so cool to see him in the big leagues now and I think the orioles team is gonna get better with him

[@Nfl_editz021]

Hey zack you may not know this but my grandma is a very big orioles fan and has been following them for a very long time and i have been trying to find a gift for her birthday because it is pretty soon her birthday is may 12th and i dont really have money to get anything special so i was wondering if i can be the winner of the jackson holliday baseball and always thank you

[@savassioutopoulos4064]

Hey Zack this is such a sick baseball giveaway. As a baseball fan and someone who breeds the game this such a cool piece of history. I have watched u for such a long time and getting a giveaway item would be sick. Thank you for giving back to the community and keep up the great work!!!

[@JackSmith-gg3tv]

I can’t imagine the pressure he must feel in his first game…. The autographed Jackson Holliday ball is awesome. How great it was to see him actually having signed it and given to you.

[@jonathanlatimer9957]

I'd love to put that ball on our dude caves wall!! My 4 and 8yr old boys play little league and LOVE watching your videos!!! Thanks for the opportunity for the ball Zack, us fans appreciate the giveaways!!

[@birdbouchard6572]

Unfortunate start to his career but he'll definitely turn it around. Awesome footage of his debut, Zack! I'd definitely love the baseball

[@cameronhauze1901]

*Fingers Crossed* for a nice clean signature of Jacksons Signed Ball. New house and would look great with the others in the man cave! Thank you for the opportunity Zack!

[@wesley2x574]

Hey Zack thanks for the awesome video and experience. I've been a huge Jackson Holliday fan since watching him in Norfolk. Being picked for that signed baseball from him would be a dream come true and a change in my luck. I'd literally put it in glass beside my signed Albert Pujois ball and cherish it every day I'm here. That's amazing that you got him to sign it. Thank you so much for the work you put in on KZbin for all of us baseball fans 🙏

[@1978MPCCPM]

Great video, and it's awesome to get the signed baseball Jackson Holliday. Bummer about not getting more action because it's great what you are doing for others when you get more baseballs.

[@2Realfacts]

Hey Zack, my name is McKenna and I’m turning 14 on the 26th of April. I’ve always had a big appreciation for you and the Orials. You got me into ball helping and I have two signed balls by a reds player and a pirates player. I would love for that signed Jackson Holliday baseball to become part of my collection. I love the Chanel for a few years and it would be the best birthday gift to receive this year from my favorite KZbinr. Thanks Zack

[@PapaPalps84]

Awesome chance to see Jacksons Big League debut, hocant wait to see what the kid will do. Great job getting a signed ball from him too on his debut.

[@andrewwilson1811]

I would love to have that Jackson Holliday signed ball. Because I missed out badly on getting his autograph in Low-A Delmarva. He signed for 20 minutes after the game. But when Jackson got to the last 10 people down the line. He said “sorry guys gotta go”. I cried my heart out in the car riding home that night. Knowing that it was probably as close and easily I could get his autograph.

[@MilesDAmour]

YES. thank you so much for going to fenway. You will be and always be the G.O.A.T. 🐐

[@cheddarman9561]

I really would be privileged to get Jackson’s autographed ball! Also, thank you so much Zack for your love and continued support for the beautiful game of baseball!!

[@lj6819]

I'd love to have that Jackson Holiday baseball and hand it to a kid at Yankee Stadium. Love your videos Zack.

[@ShaileenandKurt]

love what you do for the baseball community! congrats on the ball from Jackson. Would love to give it to my kid.

[@bryan90stevens]

Big stl fan here enjoyed watching jacksons dad play hope i can add jacksons auto ball to my home! Great vid zak. Get to see so much of each stadium makes it feel like i know each stadium intimately!

[@theathjr]

Great Video Zack. My son is a huge Orioles fan despite his parents being a Giants fan (me) and a Dodgers fan(wifee). He would love to have the autographed ball . His favorite player is Cal Ripken Jr but he cannot stop talking about Jackson Holliday. He loves your channel as much as us. Great job raising money for charity.

[@jackwenz9825]

Zack, I have been watching your videos for 4 years now and I met you last year in Detroit. I think it would be awesome if I won the Jackson Holliday autographed ball. I wish you the best for the future and hope you can catch Jackson’s first homerun.

[@Egglolls]

I want this baseball! Jealous that you get to travel across the country and world and enjoy the game but happy I get to watch it through you :) Always love the vids, keep em coming and good luck this year!

[@JeffreyTremblay-z9x]

My son and I love watching your baseball stadium adventures and root for you to catch those home runs. This time you got a signed ball by Jackson at his first ever game. So cool! I’d like to give it to my son as a surprise birthday gift - and we’d tape that “open” for you to see! Thanks for considering!!

[@lukereilly2926]

Love the videos Zack. Jackson is gonna be a stud. Can’t wait to see how his career unfolds. That ball would look great next to my Sosa and McGuire signed baseball!

[@arturoarellano1753]

Wow Zack, thanks for the opportunity. I would love to own the baseball. Thank you very much for all your content and engaging.

[@ThatBeardedGuy230]

Hey Zack, thank you for being a great content creator and doing things for a great cause! That Jackson Holliday ball would look great on my desk for work! Thank you!

[@brianshrum4230]

Really cool that you were able to get that ball signed by Jackson in his MLB debut. Even though he didn’t get a hit, still an awesome experience to see his debut. Thanks as always for the great content!

[@danielcronsell2972]

Appreciate the videos, and getting to see all the ball Parks. Congrats to whoever gets the ball!

[@andrewpeloso1591]

That's an unreal ball to get, espeically in his first ever game! I would love to have something like that! Keep up the cool videos, love being taken along with your experience.

[@andrewcobb5882]

Put that ball in a nice safe spot. Super crazy you got it signed on his debut. Love the videos my dude. Enjoying the banger content!

[@andrewcobb5882]

And yes I would absolutely love the ball. But good luck to everyone in the giveaway! God bless.

[@mikeklein-e6t]

Love your kids! Been watching for years! Hope ro get out to Baltimore myself one day. Park looks great.

[@kevindenbraber6864]

Hey Zack it’s an honor to have a signed ball from him I still can’t believe you even got a signed ball by him especially because he is the number one prospect I have been watching for 7 years so it would be an honor to have it thank you .

[@infinitebananas1134]

That Jackson Holliday ball is really cool its cooler that it was right before his first game i would be super cool to have the ball please!.I have been watching/Subscribed to your channel for a really long time and love your youtube videos and watch every one after it is posted ⚾i hope you catch 13,000 soon!

[@EaZyE-np1wt]

Thats awesome that you got to get an autograph on the players debut on a ball that you got from that game, keep up the great work! P.S. give that baseball to hopefully a well deserved fan. Erik

[@DesertThunderKJ]

Hey from AZ, Zack. My dad and I love to watch your videos together, I was a huge fan and now he is too. We have done pretty good using the cup trick, so thanks for the pointers on that. Really enjoyed this video, Congrats on getting Mr. Holiday to sign that ball, and for these contests. My Dad and I are hoping to add this to our collection. We love to go D'Backs and Padres games and it would be cool to meet you at one and get your autograph. Keep up the good job on all of your content for all the Baseball fans out there. KJ

[@camdenkearney5719]

I am a huge Orioles fan and I would love that baseball. Jackson was so fun to watch in Triple-A. I can’t wait to see what he can do at the big league level. I really hope you choose me to win that ball.

[@ldeli42]

Hey Zack, it was really cool to see you snag the baseballs and got the autograph from Holliday! He is going to be a superstar in the big leagues! I would really like this ball a lot!

[@zachhodges9255]

What a great piece of history you got with that Jackson Holliday ball and I would love history like that!

[@Jake-yg1lr]

Zack I'm rooting for ya all the way, go get Jackson's first!!! Best ball hawk ever you got it!!!

[@zackhample]

Thank yooooou!

[@ConnorSmallwood-o6z]

Hey Zack it would be a pleasure to have this autographed ball by Jackson holiday. I am 12 years old and you inspired me to be a ball hawk and I have caught 39 baseballs in 2 years. You really make a huge impact on this wonderful game. Keep it up!

[@Bangpaulxu]

Always appreciate your videos! Been overseas for two decades but it is awesome I can live through your videos and see these ballparks! Much love from China!

[@TheBMertes]

Great video, we have been following Jackson Holliday since he was drafted and saw him play in A & AA last year. The signed ball would be awesome!

[@Geauxderrama30]

First of all, great content !!! Keep it up! The reason I want this ball is because I respect the O’s. I’m a Red Sox fan, but i respect them for how they rebuilt their team. From Gunnar, Adley, Jackson, etc. that’s my reason and I would never sell it. And plus the ball is from my favorite ballpark and favorite baseball youtuber

[@allrise-99]

Wassup zack! im a fan from NJ and had the pleasure of meeting you a couple of years ago in Yankees Stadium! I know its a struggle for you to catch balls there but love watching you come back to the big house! thank you for the effort you put into these videos and thank you for giving away that special jackson holliday autographed ball!

[@kalebb7956]

that Holliday ball is sick, would be amazing and a treasure to have. Met you in my hometown CLE at the all star game years ago still have the picture!!!

[@iuhoosiers71]

Great content as always, Zack! Very generous of you to give away the baseball. It would make my birthday (later this month) if I’m selected to get the ball 🤞

[@grantgaynor9061]

Hey Zack keep doing what you are doing. And I agree I think Jackson will get hot soon. I also think it would be super cool to see him be dominate and continue to play on a playoff caliber team. Unfortunately I don’t live by any mlb ball parks so I can’t get Jackson’s signature so I’d love his ball. Keep it up!!

[@julianramirez5890]

Great video as always Zack !!!! Hopefully Jackson hits his first home run and you get to catch as well.

[@Corvid80]

Love the videos Zack. I’m a lifelong O’s fan so I’ve been enjoying all the recent Baltimore videos. Keep them coming. Can’t believe you got Jackson to sign that ball. Insane. ⚾️

[@kristaleannjenkins6987]

Hey Zack!! Enjoy your videos especially where you meet the players and catch the baseballs.. It would be a magical moment to get that amazing baseball.

[@enrique-tv]

I would love to have that ball. Amazing video, Good Job Zack.

[@kylerocha9286]

Hey Zack love the videos honestly one of my favorite parts of baseball season is watching you and I would love the autograph ball from Jackson you’re right he is gonna be a stud!

[@howardcraigiv518]

Thank you Zack. Im a HomeTown Baltimore O’s Fan along with my entire Family. We Love what you do and Look forward to always checking out your uploads. Thank Brother 💪🏻. God Bless 🙏🏼

[@roberthunter3580]

Great video Zack, die hard Sox fan here hated seeing them lose to the O’s. However that would be a great piece of MLB memorabilia to win and display in my small but growing collection. And thanks again for your generosity and your charity. Here’s to 300+ ball this season.

[@robbierockstroh202]

Hey Zack! What a game that was for my orioles! Would absolutely love to have the Jackson Signed ball. The kid is going to be a phenom

[@jakeparise1074]

That smudge gives the ball character, absolutely stud of a player would very much enjoy this in my collection

[@JCarp34]

It would be an honor to take that baseball off your hands, Zack! I have came so close to meeting you multiple times, but things never work out. Hopefully I see you in Miami or Chicago later this year!

[@zackryan24]

From one Zack to another, I would love that Jackson Holliday ball.

[@jbak28]

Long time follower. Awesome you were able to get Jackson Holliday to sign a ball. Hopefully his bat will heat up soon!

[@freshman5629]

I think that it is cool that Jackson Holliday got went straight from high school to the major leagues and it is really cool that you got him to sign a baseball witch I really want thanks for all you do.

[@AlphaSports1]

Zack I love how you made his first game. The orioles probably think you’re stocking them. But it’s cool love the videos, and I would love the ball so much.

[@noahandersen569]

Another very entertaining video Zack! I’ve been a subscriber for years and would enjoy that ball very much. Thanks!

[@joegoldschmidt6369]

Been watching you for years. Baseball legend. That ball is something special!

[@carasworld8209]

You are cool Zack! I like watching your baseball videos. I would love to get the Jackson Holliday ball!

[@stewartlietz4236]

How sweet is that that he signed the ball on the sweet spot? That's exactly where I would like all ball players to sign but they do not. This one's a beauty.

[@BSimms]

Great video as always Zack! You always show how much fun going to the ballpark truly is and I love seeing you be so kind to everyone. I would love to win that Jackson Holliday ball!

[@johnpizzifred555]

Long time fan of yours love the charity work you do for the kids and how you always find a kid to hand a ball to I'd love to be picked to start a collection for my 3 year old grandson

[@MeiklesAndDimes]

Awesome coverage of Holliday’s Major League debut. I would love to bring that ball home to Baltimore.

[@eddieranney817]

Your video person is awesome. Great shot all game long even got holiday signing that ball for you. Keep up the awesome videos

[@zackhample]

Thanks! I'll pass this along to her.

[@brody-go2kt]

I love watching your videos Zack bc I never travel and never go to games so it’s always fun to tune in and watch a video and see the experience of catching big league baseballs sucks you didn’t catch Jackson’s though. Anyway great video!

[@kevinj7899]

Zack, thanks for all you do for the game. I’ve read your books and enjoyed them all. I’m interested in winning Jackson’s ball. Thanks!

[@allbur9460]

Also I would love to see some more content in Houston. I’m a big Stros fan and would love to see you in my hometown more often 😊

[@luiscarloselizaldebailon4622]

Hey Zack great video as always, love to see all of your work, specially in Fenway, I hope to meet that baseball church soon! And of course It would be an honor to win Jackson's signed baseball ⚾ see you man!

[@drew_boxed_you]

Zack I love the vids and I love Jackson holiday i would love that ball. Keep up the great work.

[@lukefendley9639]

Awesome video, thank you for giving us the chance to win this historic ball! Longtime subscriber hoping to add it to my man cave! 💪

[@josiahtribble1706]

Nice work getting Jackson Holliday to sign the baseball you got during batting practice, right time and right place. May you enjoy the rest of the season Zack and God bless you with safe travels everywhere you go.

[@zackhample]

Thanks! I still feel so lucky.

[@TheCurtRoberts]

Subscribed! Jackson is my 12 year old daughters fav player. We live in Norfolk and watched him with the Tides national champions team last year

[@K3mbusm]

I know Jackson's not doing so hot right now, but I have faith he'll adjust. He's extremely talented and seems like a good kid. Hopefully you'll get the chance to catch his first homer again soon! I would absolutely love to add the signed baseball to my collection. I've always loved getting autographs in person but haven't been able to go to any games in the last few years because of my medical issues. So, getting a new baseball for my collection, a Jackson Holliday one at that, would be a highlight for me! Thanks for your consideration & best of luck on the rest of the season with your games & your videos!

[@DFrost25]

I remember watching his Dad play over the course of his career. Seeing Jackson make his MLB debut literally makes me feel old lol with that being said I’d love to own this signed ball by him!

[@AmyBlodgett]

Fenway park what an amazing place to have your Major league debut that’s gotta be a dream come true. Best ball park in all of baseball. Would love to have that signed ball it would me allot to me. Been watching u forever my Son met u in boston as well. Thanks for taking the time to make everyone enjoy baseball as much as you do Thanks so much!!!

[@luisave4906]

Hey Zack. What you do is awesome. We get to see different aspects of the game. I would definitely be honored to have Jackson Hollidays autographed baseball to display in my classroom here in AZ. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@MrJWE8]

That is awesome you got a signed ball by Jackson on his Big League debut! I would love to have this, keep it up with the awesome videos, looking forward to this season.

[@austingraham1607]

Hey Zach. You have been a huge part in me getting into baseball. That signed Jackson Holliday ball is insane! It would be awesome to add it to my sports collection!

[@PineBarrensSurvivor]

That's awesome to have gotten a signed ball by Jackson Holliday, especially on the day of his debut.

[@Domrizzo14]

So glad you saw his first game Zack !! Can’t wait to see if I hopefully win Jackson’s signed ball! Much love Zack ❤

[@Donny_TB56]

Hey Zack. Thanks for being so cool in Tampa. Was glad to help you out with the bag situation. Good luck on the road to 100 hr, Rooting for you!! Also that Jackson Holliday would be cool right next to the ball you signed. Either way great video as always, thanks for the content!!

[@jacks_reviewssss]

Hey Zack! Been watching your channel for a while, although you didn’t catch his first home run you got an autograph from him. That’s sick! My son would love that baseball since he is a big Oriels fan. Thanks :)

[@theone_matt8103]

I live in New York and me and my dad are huge O’s fans. We usually go to 1-2 games a year at Camden yard and just went this past Wednesday and was really hoping to get an autograph or two (this game was for my birthday). As warm ups were ending Jackson came over to sign and skipped right over my ball and the worse part is I didn’t get any signatures. If I somehow won this ball me and my dad would cherish this ball for the rest of our life’s. I’ve been following Jackson throughout his Minor league career and have been really high on him. I’ve also spent hundreds of dollars on cards of him and would really be nice to get a signed ball to add to my collection. Zack, I’ve been a huge fan of and have been watching since 2016. Hopefully you can see this and maybe I win. Good luck to others 👊

[@carterhottinger3588]

Hey Zach thanks for inspiring and influencing kindness and the awesome experiences at a baseball game. I’d love the autographed baseball as it would be my first ever signed baseball by not just any player but a future stud of a player on my favorite team