Dodgers Highlight BTS V’s First Pitch AND His Call With Kim Hye-seong

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[OSENWORLD] BTS member V delivered a memorable ceremonial first pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers — but the night’s story began even before he stepped onto the mound, when he shared a surprise FaceTime call with fellow Korean star and Dodgers infielder Kim Hye-seong.

On Aug. 26, the Dodgers’ official Instagram posted a clip of the two chatting virtually. 'Since Kim Hye-seong couldn’t come to meet his favorite artist today, he greeted him via FaceTime instead,' the caption read. Kim, currently rehabbing a left shoulder injury with Triple-A Oklahoma City, smiled as he greeted V with, “Hi, I’m a fan.” V replied warmly: “Wow, it’s an honor for me too. I heard you couldn’t make it today because of your injury?” Kim admitted he wished he could attend, and V promised, “It would’ve been great to meet in person. Let’s make it happen next time.”

Kim added that he hopes to rejoin the Dodgers soon, and V told him: “When you’re back in L.A., let’s definitely meet. I’d love to learn from you — I’ve never been formally taught, but I always wanted to.” Kim laughed and assured, “Anytime, I’ll show you.” V then clenched his fist, declaring: “I’ll do my best today.”

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That evening, V took the field at Dodger Stadium in a Dodgers uniform, with BTS’s hit “MIC Drop” shaking the stands. Throwing left-handed, he delivered his ceremonial pitch to thunderous cheers, then electrified the stadium by shouting the Dodgers’ iconic phrase, “It’s time for Dodger baseball!” — made legendary by broadcaster Vin Scully.

Commentators called V “a global sensation,” noting that ticket sales surged more than fivefold once his appearance was announced, briefly crashing StubHub’s servers. They even joked, “That breaking ball looked so good — sign him now.”

Afterward, V reflected through BigHit Music: “I once watched a Dodgers game with the members right after debut. Coming back here brought back those memories, and it was so much fun. Throwing the first pitch in a place tied to those early memories was especially meaningful. If I get another chance, I’d like to learn properly and do it again. I’m grateful for all the ARMY and baseball fans who cheered so passionately.”

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From his FaceTime with Kim Hye-seong to his pitch on the mound, V united K-pop and MLB in one unforgettable night, proving once again the scale of his global influence.

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