Opening Day is here! The first home series of the 2019 season begins on Thursday against our rivals -- the Diamondbacks. Below are some odds and ends for this homestand. Below are some important links:
As you know, Don Newcombe passed away on February 19 at the age of 92. Newcombe was beloved by the team -- having been a mentor to numerous Dodger players over the decades. In honor of his life and legacy the Dodgers will all wear a memorial uniform patch featuring his uniform number, #36, all season long. Furthermore, Morningside, Inglewood, Dominguez and Centennial High Schools will also wear the patch this Spring. You can see the patch on the top right.Also, at the Top of the Park, fans will notice two new additions to the Retired Numbers plaza, five-foot microphones for Vin Scully and Jaime Jarrín. Check out a pic on the left. Additionally, the Top of the Park store has been remodeled for a modern shopping experience. You can see renderings below.
For expedited entry, fans can transfer their Dodger tickets into their Apple Wallet and gain access to the stadium and suites via near field communication (NFC) ticketing technology stadium-wide via their smart watch or mobile device. NFC for Google devices is expected to be ready mid-season. Fans will also be able to utilize Apple Maps in and around the ballpark to find their favorite food, retail store, nearest restroom or Fan Services location. To expedite ordering at concessions stands, the Dodgers have increased the number of Self Service Concession Kiosks throughout the ballpark.
At the very bottom of this post is some information regarding the various food options available at Dodger concession stands this season. BTW, Stuff in LA shares a nice list of Opening Day restaurant and bar deals at or near downtown Los Angeles. Check that out here.
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Thursday, March 28th at 1:10 PM
Hyun-Jin Ryu vs. Zack Greinke
Hyun-Jin Ryu vs. Zack Greinke
TV: SportsNet LA, ESPN (out-of-market only), SNLA Spanish
Radio: AM 570 LA Sports, KTNQ 1020
It is Opening Day! This will be Hyun-Jin Ryu's first career Opening Day start. He will face former Dodger Zack Greinke.
As always, you should arrive for Opening Day as early as possible.
The game begins at 1:10 PM. Auto gates open at 10:00 AM, and stadium gates open at 10:00 AM. Service for Dodger Stadium Express (the shuttle service from Union Station to Dodger Stadium) begins at 10:00 AM. Team working out on the field beginning at 10:40 AM, Diamondbacks batting practice begins at 11:15 AM and pregame ceremonies will start at 12:30 PM.
Pregame ceremonies on Opening Day will celebrate the life and legacy of former Rookie of the Year, four-time All-Star, Cy Young Award winner and Most Valuable Player Don Newcombe. Newcombe was passionate about mentoring youth baseball players in Los Angeles’ under-served neighborhoods, and on Opening Day, the proceeds of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation’s 50-50 raffle will be donated to help support the baseball programs at Morningside, Inglewood, Dominguez and Centennial High Schools.
Members of the Baseball programs at Morningside, Inglewood, Dominguez and Centennial High Schools will take part in the first pitch ceremony. In recognition of Newcombe’s military service, the National Anthem will be performed by Chief Warrant Officer 2 (CW2) Jeff Smith, a commander and conductor of the 300th Army Band in Los Angeles, while the U.S. Army’s Golden Knights Parachute Team will parachute into the stadium, Joint Color Guard – Fort Irwin will present the colors and members of all branches of the military will unfurl a giant flag in center field during the anthem. Additionally, there will be a flyover from the 452nd Air Mobility Wing from March Air Reserve Base.The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation will continue to hold silent auctions on the Club Level outside the Vin Scully Press Box during 32 home games, and new for 2019, fans can bid on the unique memorabilia using MLB’s Ballpark App. Also new for 2019, fans will be able to purchase tickets for LADF’s 50-50 raffle using their credit cards. LADF will also continue to offer ribbon board messages as a fundraiser in 2019.
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Friday, March 29th at 7:10 PM
Ross Stripling vs Robbie Ray
Ross Stripling vs Robbie Ray
TV: SportsNet LA, SNLA Spanish
Radio: AM 570 LA Sports, KTNQ 1020
Friday's game starts at 7:10 PM. Auto gates open at 4:40 PM, and stadium gates open at 5:10 PM.
It is Friday Night Fireworks, so fans will be able to go down onto the field after the game to watch the spectacle. Go here for more information on Friday Night Fireworks. The theme of the evening will be the 2019 Rock & Roll HOF Inductees (Janet Jackson, The Cure, Def Leppard, Radiohead, Stevie Nicks).
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Saturday, March 30th at 6:10 PM
Kenta Maeda vs Zack Godley
Kenta Maeda vs Zack Godley
TV: SportsNet LA, SNLA Spanish
Radio: AM 570 LA Sports, KTNQ 1020
Saturday's game starts at 6:10 PM. Auto gates open at 3:40 PM, and stadium gates open at 4:10 PM.
The first 40,000 fans in attendance will receive a Walker Buehler bobblehead. See it below.
Nike will launch the “Nike LA Cortez,” a Los Angeles Dodgers-themed design of Nike’s iconic running staple-turned-streetwear icon, at their store on the Left Field Loge.
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation will continue to hold silent auctions on the Club Level outside the Vin Scully Press Box during 32 home games, and new for 2019, fans can bid on the unique memorabilia using MLB’s Ballpark App. Also new for 2019, fans will be able to purchase tickets for LADF’s 50-50 raffle using their credit cards. LADF will also continue to offer ribbon board messages as a fundraiser in 2019.
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Sunday, March 31st at 1:10 PM
Walker Buehler vs Luke Weaver
Walker Buehler vs Luke Weaver
TV: SportsNet LA, SNLA Spanish
Radio: AM 570 LA Sports, KTNQ 1020
Sunday's game starts at 1:10 PM. Auto gates open at 10:40 AM, and stadium gates open at 11:00 AM.
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation will continue to hold silent auctions on the Club Level outside the Vin Scully Press Box during 32 home games, and new for 2019, fans can bid on the unique memorabilia using MLB’s Ballpark App. Also new for 2019, fans will be able to purchase tickets for LADF’s 50-50 raffle using their credit cards. LADF will also continue to offer ribbon board messages as a fundraiser in 2019.After this afternoon's game kids, ages 14 and under, will have the opportunity to run the bases of Dodger Stadium -- dubbed 'Kids Run the Bases'. To participate, go to the centerfield area in the outfield pavilion section of the stadium.
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FOOD at Dodger Stadium
There are a whole bunch of new foods coming to Dodger Stadium this season. All beverages at Dodger Stadium will come with recyclable drinkable lids, and the Dodgers have moved to using paper straws, which will be available only upon request from guests.
California Roll Bowl: Imitation crab, sriracha aioli, edamame, carrots, cucumbers, all in a bed of sushi rice. Available on the Field Level near section 45.
Going Yard: A 16.5-inch jalapeño cheddar sausage topped with grilled onions, roasted corn, and avocado relish, drizzled with sour cream. Available near sections Field 10, Loge 133, and Reserve 4.
Chicken Burrito Bowl: Marinated pollo asado, black beans, pico de gallo, salsa roja, on a bed of rice. Available near Loge 137 and Reserve sections 23 and 24.
Beyond Meat Burger: Plant based grill burger patty on a brioche bun topped with herb mayo, lettuce, tomato, onions. Available near sections Field 47 and Reserve 29.Four Taco Plate: Four chicken or beef tacos on corn tortillas topped with onion & cilantro served with chips and salsa. Available near sections Field 10 and Reserve 13.
Dodger Sausage: Stadium exclusive al pastor seasoned sausage stuffed with pineapple chunks grilled to perfection topped with pineapple salsa and cilantro-lime crema. Available near sections Field 10, Loge 133, and Reserve 4.
Esquite: Corn in a cup topped with mayo, cheese and topped with spicy aioli. Available near sections Field 22 and 23, and Top Deck 6.Summer Green Salad: Chopped romaine w/ baby spinach, diced cucumbers, sliced radishes, feta crumble, either pecans or walnut w/ a creamy mint dressing. Available near sections Field 5, Loge 132 and Reserve 10.
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