Will Ferrell has raked in box-office millions playing the earnest goofball in a string of sports movies . He took it to a new level on Thursday , when he played all nine baseball positions and coached for 10 teams in five Arizona ballparks in a spring-training blitz . In addressing the crowd at his final stop in Peoria , the comedian said , 'Ruth , Musial , Mantle , Will Ferrell . Who would have thought that one day those names would be synonymous ? Show of hands - scratch that , never mind . ' Ferrell started at noon in an Oakland Athletics uniform at shortstop , and ended eight and a half hours later playing right field for the San Diego Padres in the ninth inning . Will Ferrell took part in spring training in Arizona on Thursday as part of an HBO special for a good cause . Ferrell - pictured in a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform - played for 10 different teams in one day . The funny man could n't resist creating a beard out of nachos as he played every baseball position possible . 'When I embarked on this journey way back at breakfast , ' Ferrell said , ' I thought to myself , `` Could I do it ? '' The answer is yes . ' Memorabilia from his journey , filmed for an HBO special , is to be sold at auction on MLB.com with proceeds going to Cancer for College and Stand Up to Cancer . He hugged a guy in an elf suit as he left Mesa , held up a sign saying 'Remember These Games Do n't Count ' as impromptu third base coach for the Chicago Cubs , struck out twice on three pitches each , watched two home runs sail over his head , and chased the ball around the outfield during a challenging stint in left field for the Arizona Diamondbacks . His ten uniforms , and other baseball memorabilia , will be auctioned at MLB.com to raise money for charity . Another of Ferrell 's teams was the Seattle Mariners - he is pictured running around the field on Thursday . Los Angeles Angels were also on the list as he played in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs . 47-year-old Ferrell looked pumped as he raised his fist in the air , clad in the red and white uniform of LA . Ferrell wore No . 19 for every team except his last one . He did n't want to wear the late Tony Gwynn 's number , so donned No . 20 for the Padres . When it was over , the star of 'Anchorman : The Legend of Ron Burgundy ' and 'Elf ' took the public address microphone to the infield and recounted his day . 'There 's no doubt I turned some heads today , even if it was just for a moment , ' Ferrell said . ' I brought passion to the field , dedication , ability , and a lot of ignorance . The ball moves fast out there , a lot faster than it looks on television . It 's like a speeding bullet . It 's horrible , terrifying . ' The Angels then traded Ferrell to the Chicago Cubs for a washing machine , and he played third base coach . At the top of the fourth innings the Cubs let Ferrell step up to plate , and he batted against his former side . Ferrell , acting as the third base coach , talks to Chicago Cubs ' Addison Russell during the match in Arizona . A grumpy-looking Ferrell appeared to want the cameras out of his face as he played baseball . In his final stop , he also took the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers and got San Diego 's Rico Noel , the only batter he faced , to bounce out to the pitcher . 'Is there life in this 47-year-old arm ? ' he said . As he walked off the field , Ferrell waved his cap and gave a security guard a high five . He managed an impressive catch , having kicked off the day by boasting about his abilities in the field . Ferrell showed off his graceful moves as he co-operated with his various teammates throughout the day . Later in the day he joined the Arizona Diamondbacks , but had to wolf down a hotdog before the match . Ferrell throws the ball in hilarious fashion for the Diamondbacks , in their match against Cincinnati Reds . 'They say there 's nothing more American than grabbing a hot dog , heading to the ballpark , and watching nine guys from the Dominican Republic , ' he said . ' ... But you know what , today I learned that was wrong . They had eight Dominicans , and one guy from Irvine , California . 'Was I the best player on the field today ? ' Ferrell said . 'Maybe , maybe . ' Then he led the crowd in a chant - 'May-be , may-be , may-be . ' After playing for Arizona Diamondbacks and Cincinnati Reds , Ferrell then went on to Chicago White Sox . After climbing out of ‘ Penguin Air ’ in full uniform , he stepped up to the plate to bat for the White Sox . Unfortunately , he disappointed and was promptly traded to the White Sox 's opponents San Francisco Giants .
Will Ferrell played baseball for two different teams on Thursday . It was all for a good cause , raising money for 10 cancer charities . Ferrell entertained the crowds , playing in nine different positions . Memorabilia from his journey , filmed for an HBO special , is to be sold at auction on MLB.com , with the proceeds given to charity .