Nationals Pitcher Heroically Respects Anthem While Under Attack By Praying Mantis
by Lauren Theisen from Deadspin > Sports News Without Fear, Favor or Compromise on (#3WCN0)

During the always-sacred pre-game performance of the U.S. national anthem in our nation's capital, ahead of a game between the Nationals and Braves, Washington pitcher Erick Fedde was faced with an impossible choice. He could continue to stand at attention and give his deepest respects to a dull song about one battle"