Hall of Famer Dawson throws Game 2 first pitch

CHICAGO — Andre Dawson may very well spend the remainder of his post-playing career as a member of the Miami Marlins organization, but he will always be a welcomed guest to Wrigley Field — especially this time of year.

Dawson, a Hall of Famer who played six of his 21 seasons with the Cubs from 1987 to ’92, threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 2 of the National League Championship Series on Sunday night. It was the continuation of a long line of Cubs favorites that have been invited back to celebrate the Cubs’ postseason run, and Dawson, who won the NL MVP Award as a member of the Cubs in 1987, was a natural selection.

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Dawson blended in well while lounging in the Cubs’ dugout during batting practice on Sunday, looking entirely at home as he caught up with current players and fellow Cubs legend Billy Williams. …

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