I realize that the photo above has nothing to do with Baseball or even specifically the Dodgers, but it was taken at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn. Featured above is an in-action composite photograph of an vivacious and energetic Marilyn Monroe kicking a soccer ball to open an international friendly between the Israeli team and an American All-Star squad, dated May 13, 1957. (Auction Link Here) As you can see in the AP press wire photo, Marilyn strikes the ball with all the gusto of a pro. BTW, this photo recently sold on eBay for $412.00. Wow!
Below are more links to check out:
- This Day in Dodgers History: In 1989 the Dodgers traded Mike Marshall and Alejandro Peno to the Mets for infielder Juan Samuel. In 2005 thew Dodgers signed free agent outfielder Kenny Loften.
- Happy Birthday, Fred Merkle & Snooks Dowd!