Why were KSI and Logan Paul booed at Dodgers Stadium? Prime Energy creators' appearance did not go over well with MLB fans

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Mookie Betts of the Los Angeles Dodgers runs to first base during the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium last night

During the Dodgers' second game of the 2023 Major League Baseball season, YouTubers and content creators KSI and Logan Paul were invited to throw the first pitch at the Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

The event was part of a promotional campaign for their energy drink, Prime, which had just become the official sponsor of the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, the reception that KSI and Logan Paul received from the fans was far from what they had anticipated.

As soon as KSI and Logan Paul stepped onto the field, they were met with a loud chorus of boos and jeers from the fans in the stadium. The reaction was so strong that it drowned out the cheers that the two creators had expected to receive. The incident quickly went viral on social media, with fans expressing their disappointment and anger at the decision to invite KSI and Logan Paul to the stadium.

The negative reception that KSI and Logan Paul received at the Dodgers Stadium can be traced back to a number of factors. However, it was mostly because of how terrible both of their pitches were. Logan Paul took at least 30 seconds to throw out the first pitch, trying to draw heat. But he bounced the ball home, one of the worst first pitches in the history of the Dodgers Stadium. KSI threw the ball from behind his back, which was not much better.

Secondly, both creators have a history of controversial behavior, including engaging in online feuds, using offensive language, and promoting controversial products. Some fans may have felt that the decision to invite KSI and Logan Paul was a sign that the Dodgers were condoning this type of behavior.

PRIME energy drink reaches a wide audience in the Dodgers Stadium

Despite the negative reaction from some Los Angeles Dodgers fans, KSI and Logan Paul's appearance at the Dodgers Stadium was undoubtedly a major publicity coup for their brand, Prime. The energy drink was able to reach a wider audience than ever before, and the controversy surrounding their appearance in front of MLB fans only served to generate more attention for the brand.

However, the incident also highlights the importance of careful consideration when it comes to selecting sponsors and promotional partners, particularly in the sports industry, where fan loyalty and engagement are crucial to success.

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