Little Leaguers spending time with their favorite MLB stars, autographs and more. Here's what makes Williamsport so special.

The Little League Classic between the New York Mets and Seattle Mariners took place on Sunday night. Since the foundation of the game eight years ago, it has become a cornerstone of the MLB schedule. Commissioner Rob Manfred was there, and he spoke with ESPN about potential MLB realignment and expansion that could be on the horizon.

It can sometimes be difficult to put things into perspective when one reaches the pinnacle of their craft. When reaching the top of the baseball mountain, night by night excursions in front of tens of thousands of fans becomes the norm,

Cal Raleigh and the Mariners took on the Mets in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday. Raleigh made special gear for the occasion.

The annual showcase provided another generation of Little League teams and thousands in attendance a collection of new, vivid memories that will sustain for a lifetime.

Gamba, 17, was on the KidsCast broadcast for the Little League Classic for the second consecutive year after calling last August’s game between the Yankees and the Tigers. Brunetti, 17, from Stewart Manor, earned his first taste of Williamsport. It has been unforgettable.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/mariners as Seattle Mariners Outfielder Avoids Scary Situation at Little League Classic. Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez avoided a potentially serious situation on Sunday at the Little League Classic in Williamsport, Penn.

Carlos Mendoza speaks before the Little League Classic, discussing the experience of meeting the little leaguers, the excitement around the game and more