Dodgers Do Away With Tailgating Before Games

If you are thinking about getting down to Dodger Stadium before game time to sip down some American brouhaha before watching America's pastime, think again! We can't help but think it had something to do with the moron dressed up as Manny Ramirez who threw his beer at the cop, causing a melee during the final game of the N.L.C.S. last year. As Pam said on "The Office" on Thursday night, "When a child gets behind the wheel of a car, and runs the car into a tree, you don't blame the child. He didn't know any better. You blame the 30-year-old woman, who got in the passenger seat and said 'Drive, kid.'" Here is the official statement from the organization:

"Fans are not permitted to bring alcohol onto the premises, and the club will increase its signage and patrols in the parking lots to ensure continued enforcement of this policy. Violators are subject to ejection. The club’s concessions partner, Levy Restaurants, will reinforce their commitment toward responsible alcohol service. Alcohol sales stop in the 7th inning.

“These policies underscore our commitment to preserving the environment that families seek,” said Dennis Mannion, the Dodgers’ president and chief operating officer. “More than 99 percent of the fans act responsibly; we will be unrelenting in our pursuit of 100 percent.”

When the Dodgers begin their next homestand, April 30 through May 10, fans will find increased signage outside the parking entrances and in the parking lots, in English and Spanish. Security officers will increase patrols of the parking lots.

“We want fans to know in advance that we are taking these measures,” Mannion said. “The idea is not to eject fans, but to welcome them. If fans know in advance that they cannot bring alcohol with them, then we hope they can enjoy the experience with the rest of the responsible fans.”