The hilarious and heart-warming incident was caught on tape by the MLB, but also received the user-generated treatment appearing on YouTube in many forms, creating quite the social media stir almost instantly after the event took place.
Due the nature of the clip, it was poised to become a viral sensation on YouTube and around the Web. Unfortunately the MLB doesn't want to play ball. They've decided to make copyright claims on all but their very own copy, which has no embed code to enable sharing.
The ball incident is one that has all the makings of an Internet hit: the catch was spectacular, the moment Emily threw the ball back is adorable, and the subsequent hug and fan cheering is memorable. As such, the family will appear on the Today Show tomorrow morning, and will reportedly receive a surprise gift.