Los Angeles Dodgers

Jerseys are available online with proceeds benefiting ThinkCure

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers are auctioning game-worn Dodgers jerseys from the March 29 charity game against the Boston Red Sox at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Each jersey will be autographed by the player or coach who wore the jersey, and will include a special ThinkCure patch on one sleeve and a 50th Anniversary patch on the opposite sleeve.

Bidding is now underway online at dodgers.auction.mlb.com and will continue until 2 p.m. PDT on Thursday, April 10. Proceeds from this auction will also benefit ThinkCure, the official charity of the Los Angeles Dodgers.    » read more »

Fans can call 866-554-CURE throughout game on March 29 to make pledges

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers and KCAL 9 will host a mini-telethon to benefit ThinkCure in conjunction with the Dodgers' charity game against the Boston Red Sox on March 29 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The telethon will begin at 7:10 p.m. and fans can make pledges to the club's official charity throughout the game by calling 866-554-CURE.

KCAL host John Ireland will report from the telethon, including interviews with former Dodger players who will be on hand to call and thank some fans who donate. KCAL will also show the call-in number and provide telethon updates during the game.    » read more »

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- Los Angeles Dodger Owner and Chairman Frank McCourt unveiled the new Field Level concourse and clubs today. The multi-million dollar Field Level restoration project was completed this off-season and includes double the number of concession stands and restrooms, new concession partners, two new clubs for Baseline Box seat holders, expanded walkways, new signage, and energy efficient equipment. The improved Field Level will be in full operation starting tomorrow, Friday, March 28 when the Dodgers play against the Boston Red Sox in an exhibition game.    » read more »

City, county, state, and federal honors for Dodgers' 50th anniversary

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers will receive two resolutions, a commendation and a note on the Congressional record it was announced today. Frank and Jamie McCourt will accept a City of Los Angeles Resolution, a Los Angeles County Commendation, a California State Legislature Resolution and a Congressional Record. The ceremony will be held tomorrow, March 28, at 10 a.m. at Los Angeles City Hall - John Ferraro Council Chamber (200 North Spring Street, Room 340, Los Angeles, CA 90012).    » read more »

Los Angeles Dodgers to move closer to California in 2009

LOS ANGELES, 03/27/2008 -- Los Angeles Dodger Owner Frank McCourt announced today that the Dodgers have finalized arrangements for their Spring Training complex in Glendale, AZ, and will play there when Spring Training begins in February, 2009.    » read more »

03/26/2008 -- During its annual Media Open House today, the San Francisco Giants announced plans for the 2008 50th Anniversary season with a preview of the ballpark's new group suites and enhanced View Level amenities.

The San Francisco Giants also announced that for the first time ever, it will open the ballpark for fans to watch the season opener on the scoreboard on March 31. The Giants and FSN Bay Area will open the ballpark and invite fans to come out and watch the season opener of the San Francisco Giants vs. Los Angeles Dodgers from Los Angeles on the scoreboard to celebrate the season opener and the re-launch of the network as Comcast SportsNet Bay Area.    » read more »

Four alternative parking plans announced for Coliseum game

LOS ANGELES, 03/26/2008 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum have designed numerous parking options for the March 29 game it was announced today. With an expected crowd of 115,000, the club has put an emphasis on Coliseum accessibility.

The Los Angeles Dodgers urge fans to abide by the following transportation recommendations: Carpool, exit the freeways early, arrive as early as possible, and allow extra time for congestion.

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