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New Book by Jon Weisman '85 Tells Dodger Fans the "100 Things to Know and Do Before They Die"
Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 2009
100 Things Dodgers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die, a book by Jon Weisman '85, has just been published by Triumph Books. Weisman is the founder and writer of the Los Angeles Times blog "Dodger Thoughts," the leading website providing commentary on the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Below is the press release from Triumph Books:
The Dodgers have long built a following of proud and passionate fans, and whether in Brooklyn or Los Angeles, they have provided decades of incredible memories for their legion of followers. The ritual of congregating at Chavez Ravine on a hot summer evening under the lights is the perfect nightcap for any Dodgers fan, and author Jon Weisman captures this tradition and others in the new book, 100 Things Dodgers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die .
100 Things Dodgers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die was created for serious baseball fans and those who want to enhance their Dodgers IQ. It reveals special stories and experiences from fans and memorable moments about past and present players and coaches. As a true Dodgers fan, Jon Weisman felt compelled to share what's really important and touches on some of the most famous games, players and traditions in Dodgers history, including:
- The incredible legacy of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier
- The many memories made in Brooklyn at legendary Ebbets Field
- The various ways that Vin Scully is forever etched in the minds of Dodgers fans
- The memorable squeeze play that went down as one of the best-ever endings to a Dodgers game
- Grownups living the dream at Dodger Adult Baseball Camp
- Why fans think the Dodgers invented the high-five
Baseball fans will love to read about all of these incredible facts, people, and stories that have created such a legacy for the Dodgers over the years. Sandy Koufax, Manny Ramirez, Fernando Valenzuela, Steve Garvey, Don Sutton and many more influential people are featured throughout the book.
So whether you've celebrated James Loney hitting a grand slam in the playoffs, eaten a Dodger Dog or just catch the team on TV whenever you can, you know you are part of something special as a Dodgers fan. If you want to call yourself a true Dodgers aficionado, increase your knowledge of the franchise, and experience the full extent of L.A. baseball, then 100 Things Dodgers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is a must read.
For more information, visit the Triumph Books website.
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