I bought Dodgers tickets in advance of Anthony’s 30th birthday Sunday, so it sucked especially hard when the news broke last week that Manny was busted either trying to ovulate – or trying to cycle off a round of ‘roids.
Man-Ram was out for 50 games, but we were still holding tickets for Sunday’s matinee match against the Giants.
Apparently, life goes on after Manny.
I know there were Dodgers before Manny. I had been going to games with Anthony since before Manny came to town. But there’s just something magical about that goofy Dominican.
Every time he’s up to bat, the crowd gets giddy. Even the dudes glued to their seats with pencils and scorecards stand up to see what Manny will do. He always swung for the fences. The joy he showed while doing it was contagious.
It didn’t take long for him to become the favorite Dodger.
On Sunday, the mood was resigned. The signs over the “Mannywood” section in left field were down. The fans’ dreads hats were gone. It was like a wake with no body.
How do you mourn the best friend you just found out was cheating on you?
Then, there was this. A countdown to Manny’s resurrection.
Who knows if all Dodgers fans can forgive. But their hearts might be too full to forget him just yet.
Were any people still wearing the wigs? Are any still on sale in the stadium?
Posted by: matthew | May 13, 2009 at 01:50 PM
I only saw one person wearing the dread wig. It didn't look like they were selling them in the stores, either. The NY Times and LA Times have had conflicting stories in the past week about whether the team is pulling Manny gear altogether for now.
Why? Do you need one?
Posted by: Parker | May 13, 2009 at 05:30 PM