Leave it to SB19 to surprise A’TIN with a single line on the group’s schedule. Among the stops on the group’s Global Promo Tour, one entry instantly sparked excitement: “First Pitch White Sox.” That simple line revealed that the P-pop Kings are headed to Major League Baseball, where they’ll throw the ceremonial first pitch before the Chicago White Sox face the New York Yankees on July 29, becoming the first Filipino group to do so.
Unlike most major announcements, this milestone wasn’t revealed through a dedicated poster or teaser. Instead, it quietly appeared on SB19’s Global Promo Tour schedule, making the discovery even more exciting for A’TIN as they pieced together what “First Pitch White Sox” really meant.
Before the White Sox and Yankees begin their highly anticipated MLB matchup, SB19 will take the field for one of baseball’s most cherished traditions. It’s another unforgettable moment for the group as they continue introducing Filipino talent to audiences around the world, this time on one of sports’ biggest stages.
Event: Ceremonial First Pitch
MLB Game: Chicago White Sox vs. New York Yankees
Date: July 29, 2026 – 6:40 PM CDT (July 30, 2026 – 7:40 AM PHT)
Venue: Rate Field, Chicago, Illinois, USA
The ceremonial first pitch has long been a tradition where athletes, artists, and public figures are invited to help kick off an MLB game. While Filipino icons like Manny Pacquiao, Liza Soberano, Pia Wurtzbach, Sarina Bolden, and Jo Koy have each had the honor of throwing ceremonial first pitches at Major League Baseball games, SB19 is set to make history as the first Filipino group to receive the invitation.
It’s another milestone that reflects how far Filipino artists have come on the global stage. Every international opportunity like this shines an even brighter spotlight on P-pop, giving fans one more reason to celebrate as SB19 continues opening doors beyond the music scene.
The first pitch is just one stop on a schedule that’s packed with unforgettable moments. With major performances, fan events, and another history-making appearance lined up, SB19’s global adventure is only getting more exciting.
July 28 (7:30 PM PDT) – GRAMMY Museum’s Global Spin Live (July 29 – 10:30 AM PHT)
July 29 (6:40 PM CDT) – Ceremonial First Pitch at the Chicago White Sox vs. New York Yankees MLB game (July 30 – 7:40 AM PHT)
July 30 (3:30 PM CDT) – Lollapalooza (July 31 – 4:30 AM PHT)
August 8–9 – I WAS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet (United States)
August 14–15 – Summer Sonic 2026 (Japan)
August 18 – I WAS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet (Japan)
From world-famous music festivals to one of baseball’s most iconic pregame traditions, SB19 keeps proving that their global journey is only getting bigger. And if one simple schedule entry could spark this much excitement, A’TIN already know there’s plenty more to look forward to as the P-pop Kings continue making Filipino history around the world.
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