Dodgers Concession Workers Authorize Strike Before All Star Game

If I was the concession workers union, I would wait until about three days before the Home Run Derby and then say they are going on strike. They haven’t had a contract since 2019 and there is no reason an organization like the Dodgers can’t have worked on a contract since then.

From Reuters 

 LOS ANGELES, July 11 (Reuters) - Concession workers at Dodger Stadium have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike just over a week before the venue is set to host Major League Baseball's All-Star Game.

More than 1,500 workers for concessions giant Compass Group and Levy Restaurants voted 99% in support of the authorization and union leaders said a strike could be called at any moment.

The workers are currently trying to negotiate a new contract.

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From CBSNEWS

“I voted yes to strike because I often have to pick up shifts at the Rose Bowl just to try to make ends meet. I love working at Dodger Stadium and know that our company can do better, " said Laura Ortiz, a bartender at the stadium for 15 seasons.

The employees consist of bartenders, cooks, servers, dishwashers and suite attendants, all of whom are employed by Compass Group and Levy Restaurants at Dodger Stadium.”

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METS ANNOUNCE DAVID WRIGHT CAPTAIN AMERICA TRIBUTE FUNKO POP! COLLECTIBLE

 

METS ANNOUNCE DAVID WRIGHT CAPTAIN AMERICA TRIBUTE

FUNKO POP! COLLECTIBLE

 

FLUSHING, N.Y., July 11, 2022 – The New York Mets today announced that the club and Marvel Entertainment are collaborating with Funko POP! on a limited-edition David Wright Captain America Tribute Funko POP! collectible. The exclusive Funko POP! collectible features the Mets legendary captain, David Wright, and the iconography of Marvel’s Captain America. The collaboration marks the first Funko POP! collectible that blends a legendary athlete with a tribute to a Marvel Super Hero.

 

The Mets will unveil this collaboration on Saturday, July 23 when they face the San Diego Padres at 7:10 p.m. Gates will open at 5:10 p.m., with the first 25,000 fans in attendance receiving the limited-edition David Wright Captain America Tribute Funko POP! collectible.

 

“Being named team captain for the New York Mets and receiving the nickname ‘Captain America’ by fans during my playing career was such a tremendous honor,” Wright said. “I appreciate both Marvel Entertainment and Funko POP! for allowing me to be a part of a collaboration that symbolizes such a special element of my career.”

 

“New York has always been at the heart of Marvel’s storytelling over our history, so it’s an absolute joy and honor to be able to work with teams like the Mets to bring new ideas to life,” said Brian Crosby, Director of Themed Entertainment Development at Marvel. “We’re thrilled to be unveiling this new exclusive collectible featuring such an iconic athlete, and we hope Marvel and Mets fans alike will get their own to collect!”

 

The Mets and Marvel Entertainment continue to build upon their long-standing relationship with this first-of-its-kind collectible. The Mets and Marvel have previously worked together to create a variety of one-of-a-kind collectibles, including a Polar Bear Pete Alonso Super Hero comic book and bobblehead, and more. The deal was facilitated by AthLife, Inc, Marvel’s longtime sports representative.    

 

Fans can purchase tickets to this game and all 2022 Mets home games at the Citi Field box office, by visiting Mets.com/Tickets or calling 718-507-TIXX.

 

 

Framed autographed Piazza jersey

 

Description

Pay homage to one of the greatest players in New York Mets history with this Mike Piazza Framed Autographed Mitchell & Ness Authentic Jersey Collage. Piazza joined the Mets in 1998 after seven successful seasons with the Dodgers and a short stint with the Florida Marlins, and he would continue his extraordinary play there until 2005. In eight seasons with the Mets, he was selected as an All-Star six times and won five Silver Slugger Awards, solidifying himself as one of the best catchers in MLB history. Not only did he win five Silver Slugger Awards with the Mets, but he had won the award the previous five years as well and currently holds the record for most Silver Slugger Awards by a catcher with 10. His storied career resulted in his MLB Hall of Fame induction in 2016, which can be remembered forever with the hand-signed inscription on the back of the jersey. Paying homage to an all-time legend of the game is easy with this exciting piece of New York Mets memorabilia.

You can buy yours for $975 on lids.com.

I can’t figure out it this is a good deal or not. It might be if I break the prices down. Jersey,frame, and autograph it might be worth it.

Keith Hernandez Day had it all.

 

It was a hot and sunny day yesterday for Keith Hernandez’s ceremony. It also was a great turn out. The stands were packed with fans wanting to see Keith speak and his number unveiled next to the other great retired players/manager/visionary/broadcaster that already adorn the roof of Citi Field. Howie Rose led the ceremony and introduced Keith’s family. He then introduced, Mookie, Teufel, Ed Lynch, Darling, Gary Cohen, Mike Piazza, and Steve Cohen. The crowd was very into everyone announced and showed their appreciation for them. Piazza gave a nice concise speech and mentioned Gary Carter was looking down at them today smiling.

Keith gave an emotional speech and seemed not like himself. Emotional and nervous and happy. He had a hard time holding it together until he saw that he was rounding third and gave a great finish to his speech.

The ending of the game itself  “fit” perfectly for Keith’s day. It really felt like something you would have seen in 1986 with the throws  being bad and the Mets losing then winning on both those plays.

It was a fitting end to the game and the Mets organization should be proud of themselves for putting together a great day.

Big turnout for Keith Hernandez Day