Myles Garrett impresses with first pitch at Dodger Stadium after Rams trade
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Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Myles Garrett threw a ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium on June 7, 2026, just six days after being traded to the Los Angeles Rams from the Cleveland Browns. Wearing a Kobe Bryant Lakers shirt, Garrett delivered a strong pitch in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The Rams finalized the trade on June 1, sending Jared Verse and multiple draft picks to the Browns. Garrett’s move to Los Angeles came as he previously sought a contender after years in Cleveland without deep playoff success. The Rams are now considered a top Super Bowl contender with Garrett joining their defense, enhancing their chances as they prepare for the season opener against the San Francisco 49ers on September 7.
- •Garrett signed a four-year, $160 million extension before the trade.
- •He waived his no-trade clause to join the Rams.
- •Garrett's first pitch came during a Dodgers-Angels game.
- •He recorded 23 sacks last season, setting an NFL single-season record.
- •The Rams open the season on September 7 against the 49ers.
- 2:21 PMYahoo Sports — Myles Garrett makes Kobe Bryant admission after blockbuster trade to Rams
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — Myles Garrett Throws Heater at Dodger Stadium in Kobe Shirt Days After Blockbuster Rams Trade
"Myles Garrett spent nine seasons in Cleveland without a deep playoff run. Just six days after being traded to the Los Angeles Rams, he stood on the mound at Dodger Stadium in a Kobe Bryant Lakers shirt throwing a sharp, hard first pitch in front of 50,000 fans. The Los Angeles reception has been just […] The post Myles Garrett Throws Heater at Dodger Stadium in Kobe Shirt Days After Blockbuster Rams Trade appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"Myles Garrett did not take long to embrace the Los Angeles sports scene after his blockbuster move to the Rams. Not long after arriving in the city, the new Rams pass rusher was on the mound at Dodger Stadium, throwing out the first pitch while wearing a Kobe Bryant T-shirt.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 2:21 PMMyles Garrett makes Kobe Bryant admission after blockbuster trade to Rams
Myles Garrett did not take long to embrace the Los Angeles sports scene after his blockbuster move to the Rams. Not long after arriving in the city, the new Rams pass rusher was on the mound at Dodger Stadium, throwing out the first pitch while wearing a Kobe Bryant T-shirt.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 12:07 PMMyles Garrett Throws Heater at Dodger Stadium in Kobe Shirt Days After Blockbuster Rams Trade
Myles Garrett spent nine seasons in Cleveland without a deep playoff run. Just six days after being traded to the Los Angeles Rams, he stood on the mound at Dodger Stadium in a Kobe Bryant Lakers shirt throwing a sharp, hard first pitch in front of 50,000 fans. The Los Angeles reception has been just […] The post Myles Garrett Throws Heater at Dodger Stadium in Kobe Shirt Days After Blockbuster Rams Trade appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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