Dodgers to face Phillies, D-backs during eight-game homestand
First-ever split doubleheader held at Dodger Stadium slated for Tuesday, May 17
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers will return home tomorrow and welcome the Philadelphia Phillies (May 12 – 15) and Arizona Diamondbacks (May 16 – 18) to Dodger Stadium. Fans are in for a fun-filled, eight-game homestand that features three bobblehead giveaways and multiple themed celebrations, including a unique split-doubleheader on Tuesday during Mexican Heritage Day and Night. Tickets remain available for all games at Dodgers.com/tickets.
The Dodgers will kick off their four-game series against the Phillies tomorrow at 7:10 p.m. and the first 40,000 fans will take home a Max Muncy bobblehead, presented by 76. The following night, Los Angeles will celebrate its local university fanbase with USC Night at 7:10 p.m. and fans who purchase a special ticket pack will receive a limited-edition hat. Following the matchup will be a 70s themed Friday Night Fireworks show presented by UCLA Health. Hall of Famer Don Drysdale will then be honored ahead of Saturday night's showdown at 7:10 p.m., with the evening’s giveaway a bobblehead of the Dodger great presented by Bank of America.
Saturday is also Pups at the Park Night presented by Lucy Pet Foods. Sunday's 1:10 p.m. matinee will bring a host of activities for fans to enjoy, including Viva Los Dodgers, presented by Budweiser and Spectrum, held in the Centerfield Plaza and the event will be accompanied with music sets by DJ Malski and The Blue Agave, a Latin surf rock band. It is also Mental Health Awareness Day at Dodger Stadium presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. Employees from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health will be activating at Viva Los Dodgers to raise awareness for this important cause.
A Walker Buehler bobblehead, presented by Bank of America, will be the giveaway as the Diamondbacks head to Blue Heaven on Earth beginning on Monday, May 16. The matchup will be a four-game set against Arizona, including the first of two split doubleheaders against the Diamondbacks held in Los Angeles this season, with the other slated for Sept. 20. This will be the 58th doubleheader in Dodger Stadium history and the first since the 1999 season. Los Angeles will honor part of its dedicated fanbase through Mexican Heritage Day and Night on Tuesday, May 17, with starts at 12:10 p.m. and 7:10 p.m., respectively. Grey and green jerseys, presented by Advanced Auto Parts, will be given to those who purchase a special ticket pack. Taco Tuesday, presented by Delta Air Lines, will return with limited edition entrées and drinks throughout the ballpark. The homestand will wrap up on Wednesday with an afternoon game at 1:10 p.m.
During the day portion of the split doubleheader, a limited amount of Dodger Stadium grown blue agave plants will be available for purchase at the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) Homebase kiosk in centerfield. Fans can also support the Foundation by purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket and by purchasing a $10 t-shirt or a Mystery Baseball Bag, while supplies last. All proceeds will benefit the Foundation and their supported programs.
A schedule and full list of promotions is available below:
Thursday, May 12, 7:10 p.m. vs. Philadelphia
- Promotion: Max Muncy bobblehead presented by 76 (first 40,000 ticketed fans)
- Pregame ceremonies will consist of recognizing Max Muncy in his time with the Dodgers.
- Anthem: Morgan St. Jean
- Ceremonial First Pitch: Kellie Muncy, Max’s wife
- It's Time For Dodger Baseball: Member of the Muncy family
- Centerfield Plaza: Tunes spun by DJ Escalade
Friday, May 13, 7:10 p.m. vs. Philadelphia
- Special Ticket Pack: Limited edition of USC hat
- Pregame ceremonies will include celebrating USC Night and recognizing recent USC graduates.
- Anthem: Kelly Packard
- Ceremonial First Pitch: Lincoln Riley, head coach of the USC football team
- Centerfield Plaza: Music by DJ Jamie Alexandria
- Postgame: Friday Night Fireworks themed to 70s music presented by UCLA Health
Saturday, May 14, 7:10 p.m. vs. Philadelphia
- Promotion: Don Drysdale bobblehead presented by Bank of America (first 40,000 ticketed fans)
- Pregame Ceremonies will include:
- Honoring the legendary Hall of Famer Don Drysdale prior to the game.
- Pups at the Park, presented by Lucy Pet Foods, will return as our four-legged friends will parade around the warning track prior the game.
- Anthem: Megg Mahowald
- Ceremonial First Pitch: Ann Meyers Drysdale, wife of late Dodger great
- It’s Time For Dodger Baseball: The Drysdale family
- Centerfield Plaza:
- Dogs participating in the Pups at the Park parade will enter a costume contest, held in the Centerfield Plaza.
- Tunes by DJ Antiq
Sunday, May 15, 1:10 p.m. vs. Philadelphia
- Sold out Special Ticket Pack: Mental Health Awareness teddy bear presented by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
- Pregame ceremonies will include a parade around the warning track for approximately 15,000 youth softball and baseball players, presented by Nike.
- Anthem: Leyna Topete
- Ceremonial First Pitch: Member of Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
- It’s Time For Dodger Baseball: Players from Agoura Pony Baseball League
- Centerfield Plaza:
- The second Viva Los Dodgers of the season, presented by Budweiser and Spectrum, will happen and a Dodger player will make a special appearance.
- DJ Malski and The Blue Agave, a Latin surf rock band, will play music for all to hear.
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases (kids 14 & under) presented by Nike
Monday, May 16, 7:10 p.m. vs. Arizona
- Promotion: Walker Buehler bobblehead presented by Bank of America (first 40,000 ticketed fans)
- Pregame ceremonies will include recognizing Walker Buehler and his accomplishments over his first 100 starts as a Dodger, including the ceremonial first pitch and It’s Time For Dodger Baseball.
- Anthem: AleXa
- Centerfield Plaza: Tunes spun by DJ Selectra
Tuesday, May 17, 12:10 p.m. vs. Arizona
- Special ticket pack: Grey Mexican Heritage Day jersey presented by Advanced Auto Parts
- Pregame ceremonies will include a performance by Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuellar in the Right Field Pavilion cutout. Music will continue in-game.
- Anthem and Heritage Anthem: Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuellar
- Centerfield Plaza:
- Unique food and beverage options will be available for Taco Tuesday, presented by Delta Air Lines.
- A limited amount of blue agave plants, originally grown on Dodger Stadium grounds, will be available for purchase at the LADF Homebase in centerfield.
- Music will be provided by DJ Breezy.
Tuesday, May 17, 7:10 p.m. vs. Arizona
- Special ticket pack: Green Mexican Heritage Night jersey presented by Advanced Auto Parts
- Pregame ceremonies will include a performance by Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuellar in the Right Field Pavilion cutout. Music will continue in-game with Julian Torres. Fourteen dancers from the Ballet Folklorico Los Angeles will perform on the warning track.
- Anthem and Heritage Anthem: Julian Torres
- Centerfield Plaza:
- Unique food and beverage options will be available for Taco Tuesday, presented by Delta Air Lines.
- DJ J. Valentino will perform.
Wednesday, May 18, 1:10 p.m. vs. Arizona
- Pregame Special Event: College Prep Day will be held at the Dodger Stadium Center Field Plaza for local high school students to enjoy.
- Anthem: Ellee Duke