CHICAGO, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV) — Terre Haute South graduate and lead singer of Christian rock group Sidewalk Prophets, David Frey, sang the National Anthem ahead of the Chicago Cubs' game on Wednesday, as a heartwarming tribute to his childhood hero and stepfather.
This chance to sing the National Anthem in front of a packed crowd at Wrigley Field wasn't just an opportunity to show off his singing prowess, but rather a way to honor his stepfather Jeffrey Harder and childhood hero Ryne Sandberg—former Chicago Cub and Hall of Famer—who both died from cancer this year.
“I’m here today for Jeff and Ryno, and I’m going to focus on that every single note I sing,” Frey said. “Even though they’re not here, they are absolutely in my heart today,”
For Frey, the Cubs have always been a safe place for h