Local celebrity Mickey Nelson throws out the virtual first pitch for the Minnesota Twins at Hayek Field. Nelson's first pitch will be broadcast before the Twins game Sunday in honor of Armed Forces Appreciation Day. Nelson, 100, walked 100 miles over the summer in an effort that raised over $100,000 for the Salvation Army. Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

Nelson releases the first pitch from the mound at Hayek Field. Many of Nelson's family members were present to watch him throw out the pitch. Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

Nelson is surrounded by family after throwing out the ceremonial first pitch for the Minnesota Twins. Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

Nelson stares down the catcher as he prepares to throw a pitch. Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune