Dodgers Welcome Padres, Nationals and Mets During Nine-Game Homestand

Team to join all of MLB in celebrating Jackie Robinson Day on Monday, April 15

April 11th, 2024

LOS ANGELES – The Dodgers return from their second road trip of the season to host their longest homestand of the first half, opening with six straight games against the San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals. Followed by an off day, the Dodgers will wrap up play with a three-game set against the New York Mets. Tickets remain available for the nine-game, ten-day homestand at Dodgers.com/Tickets.

The Dodgers’ southern neighbor, the San Diego Padres, make their way to Dodger Stadium for a three-game series after they both began the 2024 campaign in Seoul, South Korea. Friday’s 7:10 p.m. matchup will be capped off with the second drone show of the year, presented by Budweiser, as 500 drones light up the sky to honor the legacy of Jackie Robinson ahead of the 77th anniversary of him breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier. The first 40,000 fans to enter stadium gates ahead of Saturday’s 6:10 p.m. start will receive a Brusdar Graterol bobblehead, sponsored by Yaamava’ Resort and Casino at San Manuel. The series will culminate with a Sunday Night Baseball matchup on ESPN at 4:10 p.m.

Jackie Robinson Day on April 15 will headline the three-game set against the Washington Nationals. On Monday morning, the Dodgers will release a special project titled “Dear Rachel.” The piece features a series of recordings from influential people across sports, politics, and the Dodgers organization about the impact Robinson has had on their lives. Later in the afternoon, both the Dodgers and Nationals will participate in a pregame reflection at the Jackie Robinson statue in Centerfield Plaza to discuss Robinson’s continued influence on today’s game. Every player around the league will wear a Dodger blue No. 42 on their jersey as the iconic number continues to be the only number retired across all 30 ballclubs. The Dodgers will also give away a vintage Jackie Robinson cap, presented by UCLA Health, ahead of the 7:10 p.m. start. On Tuesday, fans who purchased a special ticket pack will receive a white sherpa Hello Kitty bag before the 7:10 p.m. game. The Dodgers finish play before the off day with a 12:10 p.m. matinee on Wednesday.

The New York Mets visit Chavez Ravine for the first and only time this season as fans are in for an exciting three-game matchup. Friday’s drone show, sponsored by Budweiser, will feature 500 drones and pay homage to the Dodgers’ cross-country move from Brooklyn to Los Angeles. Fans will then enjoy two weekend afternoon starts, with a 1:05 p.m. matchup on Saturday, where fans will take home a Walker Buehler bobblehead, presented by Bank of America, and a 1:10 p.m. start on Sunday. The popular Kids Run the Bases will make its season debut after Sunday’s contest.

Fans can support the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation in-stadium by purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket (from sellers located throughout the stadium in pink aprons), buying an item at the LADF Homebase Store, or getting a personalized ribbon board message at Dodgers.com/ribbonboards. On Jackie Robinson Day, net proceeds from the 50/50 Raffle and Online Auction will help support 10 Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation/Jackie Robinson Scholars. Since 1987, support from the Los Angeles Dodgers and Dodgers Foundation to the Jackie Robinson Foundation has totaled more than $4.3 million.

A full list of promotions and a schedule for the homestand is listed below:

Friday, April 12, 7:10 p.m. vs. San Diego Padres

  • Pregame ceremonies will recognize the HollyRod Foundation in honor of Autism Awareness Month
  • Anthem: Lulise
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: Holly Robinson Peete
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Mastercard
  • Centerfield Plaza: DJ Angie Vee & Las Fenix
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: Retired U.S. Navy Musician 2nd Class Lloyd Glick
  • Postgame: Drone show sponsored by Budweiser

Saturday, April 13, 6:10 p.m. vs. San Diego Padres

  • Promotion: Brusdar Graterol bobblehead presented by Yaamava’ Resort and Casino at San Manuel
  • Anthem: Trish Toledo
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: Allison Graterol, Brusdar’s wife
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Graterol family
  • Centerfield Plaza: Wylde Bunch performance
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Marine Chief Warrant Officer Timothy Snyder
  • Postgame: Wylde Bunch performance (Centerfield Plaza)

Sunday, April 14, 4:10 p.m. vs. San Diego Padres

  • Pregame Ceremonies: Youth parade
  • Anthem: Cassandra Difruscio
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: CT3 Friendship Foundation
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Simi Youth Baseball
  • Centerfield Plaza: DJ Puffs
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Carlety Ventura

Monday, April 15, 7:10 p.m. vs. Washington Nationals

  • Promotion: Jackie Robinson cap presented by UCLA Health
  • Pregame ceremonies will honor the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson and show a video project titled “Dear Rachel.”
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholars
  • Centerfield Plaza: The Furnace Jazz Band
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Army Major Tryan Askew

Tuesday, April 16, 7:10 p.m. vs. Washington Nationals

  • Ticket Pack: Hello Kitty bag for Hello Kitty Night
  • Anthem: Yoshiki
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: Hello Kitty
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Hello Kitty and Yoshiki
  • Centerfield Plaza: Photo opportunity with Hello Kitty
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Joanne Reich

Wednesday, April 17, 12:10 p.m. vs. Washington Nationals

  • Anthem: Daphne Puccinelli
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: Jerry Turner
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Members of the Frito Lay team
  • Centerfield Plaza: STEM Day activations
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Army Major Allen Diamond (AR)

Friday, April 19, 7:10 p.m. vs. New York Mets

  • Anthem: Camille Trust
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: Lil Wayne
  • Centerfield Plaza: DJ Los
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: Retired U.S. Navy Seaman 1st Class Dr. Dale Freeburg
  • Postgame: Drone show presented by Budweiser

Saturday, April 20, 1:05 p.m. vs. New York Mets

  • Promotion: Walker Buehler bobblehead presented by Bank of America
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: Buehler family
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Buehler family
  • Centerfield Plaza: Feathers & Arrows performance
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: Retired U.S. Marine Corporal Thomas Willis
  • Postgame: Feather & Arrows performance (CF Plaza)

Sunday, April 21, 1:10 p.m. vs. New York Mets

  • Pregame Ceremonies: Youth parade
  • Ceremonial First Pitch: North Valley Youth Baseball
  • It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Tajunga Little League
  • Centerfield Plaza: Que Madre
  • Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Marine Sergeant Crystal Alvarado
  • Postgame: Kids Run the Base