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Bryce Harper is one of the most high-profile athletes, if not the most high-profile athlete, in sports to call Las Vegas home. So to say that he was affected by the terrifying attack that took place there Sunday night would probably be an understatement.
One can only imagine what goes through the mind of someone living in a city where such a mindless massacre has taken place.
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So to show his support for his hometown and all of those affected by the tragic events of October 1st, Harper today unveiled a pair of special cleats honoring his city and the people who live in it.
“Vegas this is for you!💯 #VegasStrong #HomeTown,” Harper captioned the photo of the custom cleats.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ3-AF6hZWA/?taken-by=bharper3407
Harper has also been spotted working out in anticipation of the Nationals’ first playoff game versus the Cubs on Friday wearing a #VegasStrong hoodie…
#Nats @Bharper3407 in a #VegasStrong hoodie during today's workout. #IBackTheNats pic.twitter.com/MeFz8SIc8a
— Nationals on MASN (@masnNationals) October 5, 2017
.@Bharper3407 wears a #VegasStrong shirt at today's #NLDS practice. photo via @Nationals pic.twitter.com/xsEA5M3ROi
— Matt Friedman (@MathewFriedman) October 5, 2017
https://twitter.com/jonurbana1/status/916006098376597504
Bryce Harper wearing a #VegasStrong hoodie during the Nationals' workout. pic.twitter.com/xX8HhLlPZq
— Nathan Ruiz (@NathanSRuiz) October 5, 2017
And while none of this will take back that horror and sadness that resulted from the mindless attack, it is still certainly nice for Vegas residents to know that they are not alone in dealing with the recovery and aftermath of such a terrible event.
The pride of Vegas runs deep when you are born and raised in such a great town. I can't fathom the horrific event that has taken place! …
— Bryce Harper (@bryceharper3) October 2, 2017
…My thoughts and prayers go out to the families that have been affected by this and to all the people that have lost their lives way too soon! Las Vegas I love you and stand with you🙌🏻
— Bryce Harper (@bryceharper3) October 2, 2017
Go get ’em, Harp.
Oh how I've missed this feeling!🔥 #5oclockplayer pic.twitter.com/2hwsLn2Jwe
— Bryce Harper (@bryceharper3) September 18, 2017