eBay: More Fun Dodger Stuff

Here are some more Dodger related eBay items I came across.

Below is a circa 1950's Brooklyn Dodgers transfer decal features the famous "Bum." It was made by Goldfarb Novelty Co. and measures 4 inches square. The manufactures stamp and directions for use are on the reverse. It sold for an incredible $130.52.

eBay Link: 1950's Dodger Decal Transfer:

Merry Christmas and Seasons Greetings! Here is a vintage 1950's Brooklyn Dodgers team issued greeting card. It sold for $53.55.

eBay Link: Brooklyn Dodgers Holiday Card:

The Topps Vault regularly pulls some great treasures from their archives to sell on eBay. Below is the original die-cut production art of the 1964 Sandy Koufax Stand-Up card. One of a kind. It sold for $565.00.

eBay Link: 1964 Topps Koufax Stand-Up Original Production Art:

Below is a seldom seen 1969 Tasco poster of Don Drysdale. It measure 16 x 11 1/2 inches. It's available for an affordable $9.99.

eBay Link: 1969 Drysdale Tasco Poster:

A Vero Beach Spring Training in the 1950's. Here is a vintage NY Post press/wire photo featuring the entire Spring contingent. It sold for $49.99.

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Andruw Jones is a Tool

Diamond Leung points to an interview Andruw gave yesterday to some morning guys in Atlanta.

Asked to explain why numbers with the Dodgers were what they were, Jones said, "I think I was just not in good shape, I think."

Ya think?

Go check out Diamonds brief story and then listen to the interview. Of course, if you still want to keep you hair (since you'll probably want to pull yours out) then ignore the interview. Sometimes it's best to be blissfully ignorant because I'm starting to think it might have been better not to listen to this sorry bum speak.

Sign Martin Long Term

After reading on several occasions last year that Russell Martin was content with one year contracts we now find that he is changing his tune.

"I'm always interested in a long-term deal," Martin said. "Who wouldn't be?"

Unfortunately, Colletti has yet to get the word.

General Manager Ned Colletti said the Dodgers are "concentrating on a one-year [contract] at the moment."

Maybe it's time to start thinking long term, eh. On the positive side, Russell signals that he will be realistic.

"I just want to get treated fairly," he said. "I'm not trying to steal the bank."

In other news several other Dodgers, including Martin, filed for arbitration yesterday- they include Jonathon Broxton, Andre Ethier and Jason Repko.

Bye Bye Andruw!

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Today is the day the Dodgers are obligated to give our portly and troubled outfielder, Andruw Jones, his walking papers. Is it time to celebrate?

We've known for a couple of weeks that the Dodgers and Andruw Jones were working toward an amicable split, and as part of the agreement to re-work his contract,Thursday is officially his last day as a Dodger.

Videos: Prospects and Wells

If you have not had a chance to see any of our top prospects, like Ivan DeJesus, Jr., then check out this video at Vimeo here. It is from an Arizona Fall League game on November 1, 2008. Unfortunately, I am unable to embed it here due to restrictions put into place by the owner. Also, here is a video of Lucas May and Justin Orenduff.

Check out former Dodger David Wells talking about poker.

David Wells LA Dodgers Poker Interview - cardplayertube.com
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Hockey Winter Classic in LA?

With the recent conclusion of the 2nd annual Hockey Winter Classic at Wrigley Field a couple of weeks ago rumors are swirling about possible new locations for future events. In today's LA Times, Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Helene Elliott writes about a possible game being held in the Southland.

NHL executives, justifiably proud of the Winter Classic game at Chicago's Wrigley Field on New Year's Day, have been brainstorming about potential sites for future outdoor games. Chief Operating Officer John Collins said the league "might even be able to have a night game out at the Rose Bowl."

How great would that be. Of course, with the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl having a more prominent foothold on New Years Day maybe Dodger Stadium might be a better choice.

(Luc Robitaille's) vision features the Kings playing the Ducks or New York Rangers at the Rose Bowl or Dodger Stadium. The Kings and Dodgers have a business relationship, so why not extend that to include an outdoor game?

"It would be a great thing," Robitaille said.

Josh Rawitch, a Dodgers spokesman, didn't rule it out.

"There have not been any discussions about bringing the NHL to Dodger Stadium," he said via e-mail, "but organizationally, we're known to be pretty open-minded about things."

Get it done!

Outdoor hockey under the lights at Dodger Stadium would be incredible, unbelievable and monumental.