Dexter Lawrence throws first pitch at Reds game, meets Mr. Redlegs
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Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Dexter Lawrence, a defensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals, threw out the first pitch at Great American Ball Park on June 14. The occasion preceded the Reds' series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks. In a video shared by the Bengals, Lawrence is seen warming up with teammate BJ Hill before delivering a strike to Reds pitcher Tejay Antone. While he did not perform his sack dance during the pitch, Reds mascot Mr. Redlegs honored Lawrence with a version of the dance. Lawrence's recent one-year, $28 million contract extension with the Bengals has opened up additional cap space for the team.
- •Lawrence threw the first pitch before Reds vs. Diamondbacks game.
- •He warmed up by throwing to teammate BJ Hill.
- •Lawrence threw a strike to Reds pitcher Tejay Antone.
- •Mr. Redlegs performed Lawrence's sack dance in celebration.
- •Lawrence's contract extension provides the Bengals with additional cap space.
- 3:52 AMYahoo Sports — Dexter Lawrence tosses Reds' first pitch; Mr. Redlegs does 'Sexy Dexy'
"The Cincinnati Bengals shared video of defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence throwing out the first pitch at Great American Ball Park.
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