Chiefs' Andy Reid to Throw Royals' 1st Pitch on MLB Opening Day After Super Bowl Win

After leading the Kansas City Chiefs to their second straight Super Bowl title, head coach Andy Reid is set to lend his hand to another local team.

It was announced on Tuesday that Reid will throw out the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day for the Kansas City Royals when they begin their 2024 season against the Minnesota Twins on March 28:

During the 2023 season, Reid assisted the Royals mascot Slugger as he threw the first pitch to the Philly Fanatic in fulfillment of a Super Bowl bet between Kansas City and the Philadelphia Phillies. This time around, Reid will be taking the ball himself.

Of note, Reid famously impressed when he participated in the punt, pass and kick competition in his younger days:

After throwing the first pitch, Reid will be handing the ball to Royals left-hander Cole Ragans, who was announced as the team's Opening Day starter on Sunday.