Global K-pop sensation Kim Taehyung (V) of BTS is set to make history by throwing the ceremonial first pitch at a Major League Baseball (MLB) game for the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 25.
The Dodgers confirmed the announcement on August 17 (local time) via social media, prompting an immediate surge in ticket demand, with several reservation platforms reportedly crashing under the rush of fans eager to witness the event.
The ceremonial first pitch is a long-standing MLB tradition, where a celebrity or notable public figure throws the opening pitch to signal the start of the game. V’s participation marks a historic milestone for a K-pop star and underscores his global influence, with fans from across continents eagerly following the news.
This follows a similar recent appearance by South Korean football icon Son Heung-min, demonstrating MLB’s growing appeal to international fans and celebrities. Dodgers officials are leveraging V’s star power to enhance fan engagement and attendance for the upcoming game.
