The Dodgers are heading into October with a familiar ask for their fan base: bring the noise and help carry this run.
With Los Angeles chasing a historic third straight World Series title, several players made it clear to Dodgers Nation’s Noel Sanchez that they want Dodger Stadium rocking once the postseason begins. The club has been a constant in October for more than a decade, with its current playoff streak dating back to the 2013 season, and the message from inside the clubhouse was less about pressure than appreciation.
“Enjoy the ride because it’s going to be a special one,” infielder Miguel Rojas said. “They deserve it, they’ve been so supportive to us and we’re trying to give back to them.”
That same tone showed up again and again. Pitcher Tyler Glasnow kept it direct: “Thanks for supporting us, come out and be loud and we’re all looking forward to it,” he said.
Utility player Tommy Edman also pointed to the long October road ahead. “It’s going to be a ton of fun and we’re really counting on you guys to support us through another long run in October,” he said.
Manager Dave Roberts echoed the call for a loud home crowd. “I know they’re going to show up.
Bring the energy and support us like they have all year,” Roberts said. “It’s going to be an exciting postseason so just ride with us.”
For pitcher Tarik Skubal, the upcoming atmosphere is part of what makes the moment special. He said he wants to experience playoff baseball at Dodger Stadium for the first time.
“I’m excited to play home playoff games in front of these people,” he said. “The fans are incredible and I’m excited to see what they’re capable of in the postseason.”
Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the reigning World Series MVP, said the crowd’s presence has an effect all season and only matters more in October.
“I get a lot of luck and support from the fans through the season,” he said. “We’re getting into October so I’d like to live up to highest expectation.”
Kiké Hernández kept his message short and simple.
“We’re ready,” he said.
The players have said their piece. Now they’re waiting on the fans to answer.
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