On Monday, the global superstar took the mound for the ceremonial first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers game — and let’s just say, the crowds, the players, and ARMY everywhere went absolutely wild.
⚾ Taehyung Throws Heat
V, also known as Taehyung, showed off his southpaw skills during the pregame ceremony. Yoshinobu Yamamoto was behind home plate to catch, and the two shared a moment fans won’t forget — hugging and smiling for cameras after the pitch landed perfectly.
And it wasn’t just about the throw. Before stepping onto the field, V unleashed the classic “It’s time for Dodger baseball!!” battle cry, sending fans into a frenzy. Between the cheers, BTS photocards, and endless merch waving in the stands, the stadium was pure chaos — in the best way possible.
A Star-Studded Meet & Greet
The Dodgers’ players were just as excited as the fans. V spent time taking photos with Clayton Kershaw, Shohei Ohtani, and Yamamoto, turning the mound into a mini K-pop meet-and-greet.
“Seeing V in person is surreal,” one fan said, snapping pics with a phone in one hand and a lightstick in the other.
Even though Korean Dodgers star Hyeseong Kim couldn’t make it, V made sure to connect, giving Kim a special FaceTime call from the field — proving he truly cares about his fans and fellow athletes alike.
Not His First Baseball Moment
V isn’t the first K-pop idol to hit the diamond. Earlier this year:
- Stray Kids’ Seungmin threw out the ceremonial first pitch in March 2024.
- BTS’ J-Hope took the mound at a game in Korea last October, showing that K-pop stars are just as athletic (and iconic) as they are musical.
Clearly, these idols can do it all, from stage to stadium.
ARMY Reacts
Social media exploded during and after the event. Fans flooded Twitter and Instagram with reactions:
- “V just threw the best pitch in Dodgers history!! ”
- “Sho-time meeting a K-pop legend… I can’t even handle this!”
- “Best. Day. Ever. ARMY in the stands were losing it!”
Even non-BTS fans admitted that seeing the global superstar live, interacting with MLB legends, and hyping the stadium was unforgettable.
⚾ The Perfect Blend of Music & Sports
This event highlighted how pop culture and sports collide in epic ways. Dodgers Stadium became more than just a ballpark — it was a hub of K-pop fandom, celebrity excitement, and unforgettable memories.
Fans in attendance said they felt lucky just to witness V’s charisma, charm, and talent in person, while MLB players seemed equally starstruck.
Final Thoughts
Do you think V just set the new standard for celebrity first pitches? Or should ARMY start planning their own Dodgers stadium invasion? Drop your thoughts below and stay tuned to The Pop Radar (TPR) for more epic celebrity sports moments!
