Being from Hawaii, I’ve never really had a “favorite” professional team.  I do like the 49ers because my Dad is originally from the Bay Area and I grew up watching games.  It wasn’t until I moved to Los Angeles and married my wife that I became a Dodger fan though.

Her parents have season tickets and we go a handful of times each season.  Last night we saw them dismantle the San Diego Padres.  This was my first time seeing them play since Manny Ramirez was traded to the Dodgers.  All I can say is that it is a completely different atmosphere at the ballpark.  Sure, some of that probably has to do with the playoffs approaching, but Manny brings something special to the plate.  Here’s a pic from our seats.  Not too bad…

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