The Chicago Cubs are in the middle of an ongoing slump , but fans at Wrigley Field got a welcome distraction when Star Wars actor Hayden Christensen made a memorable appearance. The crowd erupted when the familiar notes of the “Imperial March” played, signaling the arrival of Darth Vader himself to the historic ballpark. Cubs fans quickly embraced the crossover moment, turning a difficult stretch of the season into something special .
Hayden Christensen took the mound to throw the ceremonial first pitch, sporting a Cubs jersey with the number 66. The choice of number was a playful nod to the iconic “Order 66” from the Star Wars saga. Cubs fans cheered as the Hayden Christensen moment spread across social media, blending sports and pop culture in unforgettable fashion. For many