BTS' V attends the Opening Ceremony at the LA Dodgers' home stadium on the 26th... Encounter with Major League Baseball

V (BTS) will take the mound at a Major League Baseball (MLB) stadium in the United States.

On the 18th, the LA Dodgers announced the news of V's ceremonial first pitch on their official social media account, posting the phrase, “ARMY, you ready?” V is scheduled to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium on the 26th (25th local time).

This event marks the first collaboration between V, who has a special interest in sports including baseball, and the Major League. Even the announcement alone has sparked a passionate response from global fans.

The synergy between this global sports event and “BTS,” the “21st-century pop icon,” is drawing significant attention. This will be V's first time participating in a ceremonial first pitch, generating intense interest from fans. Additionally, there is anticipation surrounding whether V will meet Kim Hee-seon, a player for the LA Dodgers.

Meanwhile, BTS, the group V belongs to, has officially announced a large-scale world tour alongside their comeback in spring 2026. They have begun intensive music production and performance preparations, with all members gradually traveling to the United States starting in July. Recently, they have been actively communicating with fans by sharing updates on global super fan platforms like Weverse.