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KISS Legend Gene Simmons Rips First Pitches; Angels Troll Jayden Daniels
17 Aug
Summary
- KISS star Gene Simmons threw four ceremonial first pitches.
- The Angels playfully taunted Jayden Daniels over his LSU jersey dispute.
- The team posted a social media joke referencing Daniels' No. 5.
- Paul Stanley also appeared for KISS's 50th anniversary concert celebration.
KISS legend Gene Simmons threw four ceremonial first pitches at Angel Stadium on Saturday night. The Los Angeles Angels incorporated the event into a playful jab at LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels, who is embroiled in a dispute over his former No. 5 jersey.
The team shared a photo of Simmons on social media, joking that they had to refuse his request for a fifth pitch out of respect for Daniels. This subtle taunt directly referenced Daniels' ongoing conflict with LSU after the university assigned his former number to sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett.
Daniels' representatives reportedly sent a cease-and-desist letter to LSU, asserting that the school's decision disrespects the legacy he built while winning the 2023 Heisman Trophy. The Angels' lighthearted jab followed similar commentary from across the sports world.
Notably, KISS bandmate Paul Stanley also joined Simmons on the field to commemorate the 50th anniversary of KISS's significant 1976 concert held at Anaheim Stadium.
