(East Los Angeles, CA) [From The Editor’s Desk]: Starting tonight, 8/21, the Boys In Blue kick off a brief homestand at Dodger Stadium after their success against the Colorado Rockies, where they racked up multiple extra-base hits and swept their most recent National League West series. This victory improves their overall record to 77-51, giving them a solid 9-game lead over the San Diego Padres and a 10-game lead over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

As they return to their loyal, excited fans, three promotions await anyone who comes out to support the team. They can watch a game featuring the Pittsburgh Pirates, a National League team with a 63-66 record and fourth place in the Central Division, as they face our back-to-back World Series champions. Click on the Dodgers ticket link that follows below to see more ticket information.

DODGERS FACE PIRATES IN THREE-GAME HOMESTAND STARTING TODAY

LOS ANGELES – The back-to-back World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers return to UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium today to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a short, three-game homestand (Aug. 21-23). The Dodgers’ next homestand will begin on Tuesday, September 1, as Los Angeles heads into the final month of regular season play. Tickets remain available for all games at Dodgers.com/tickets.

The Pirates series will feature a promotional giveaway every day as the Dodgers wrap up their final home games in August. The first 40,000 fans through stadium gates ahead of Friday’s 7:10 p.m. start will take home a Luka Dončić bobblehead. On Saturday, fans will receive a Shohei Ohtani “Starter Series” bobblehead, presented by Toyo Tires, the third installment of the series. The last piece of the collection, which celebrates the four core starters from the 2025 World Series, will be passed out on September 5 vs. the Nationals and feature Game 7 hero Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Saturday’s 4:15 p.m. start will also air nationally on FOX.

Fans are in for a treat as the series concludes on Sunday during UNIQLO LifeWear Day at Dodger Stadium. Sunglasses will be given out upon stadium entry, courtesy of UNIQLO, perfect for the day’s 1:10 p.m. start. Before the game, the Viva Los Dodgers festival, presented by Budweiser and Spectrum, will take place in Centerfield Plaza. Live music, an interview with a Dodger personality and interactive games will be available for all to enjoy. After the game, Kids Run the Bases will take place for children ages 5-14.

The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) will continue its in-stadium fundraising opportunities for fans to give back while celebrating their team for the 2026 season. Fans can support LADF by purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket from sellers in pink aprons, shopping exclusive merchandise and memorabilia at the LADF Homebase Store, bidding on autographed items at Dodgers.com/Auctions or purchasing personalized ribbon board messages at Dodgers.com/RibbonBoards. In Centerfield Plaza, fans can create their own custom collectible Dodgers baseball trading card – available only at Dodger Stadium. On Saturday, net proceeds from the 50/50 raffle will benefit Dodgers Dreamfields 69 and 70 at Farnsworth Park in Altadena, on behalf of Shohei Ohtani.

Auto gates will open for each game two and half hours prior to first pitch, with stadium gates opening two hours before the start of the game. Fans are encouraged to utilize Metro’s Dodger Stadium Express (DSE) to get to and from the ballpark. The shuttle service is free for all ticket holders and begins operation three hours before first pitch from Union Station and the Harbor Gateway Transit Center. The DSE will operate three hours prior to first pitch. Uber, the Dodgers’ official rideshare program, will continue to be an additional alternative of getting to UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium. The rideshare service will enter through Gate B, off Stadium Way, to pick up and drop off riders in Lot 1, allowing a smoother entry and exit experience. More information on parking and transportation is available online at www.dodgers.com/transportation.

[A full list of promotions and a schedule for the homestand games is below]:

[Friday, August 21, 7:10 p.m. vs. Pittsburgh Pirates]

Promotion: Luka Dončić bobblehead
Anthem: Kenedi Anderson
Ceremonial First Pitch: Rian Patel
Centerfield Plaza: DJ Ever Ed-E
Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Army Sergeant Austen Wallace

[Saturday, August 22, 4:15 p.m. vs. Pittsburgh Pirates]

Promotion: Shohei Ohtani “Starter Series” bobblehead presented by Toyo Tires
Anthem: Jaalene Serenity
Ceremonial First Pitch: Toyo Tires
It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Toyo Tires
Centerfield Plaza: DJ Crew
Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Army Private Clifford Nakatani

[Sunday, August 23, 1:10 p.m. vs. Pittsburgh Pirates]

Promotion: UNIQLO sunglasses presented by UNIQLO
Anthem: Reina Macias
Ceremonial First Pitch: Ke Huy Quan
It’s Time for Dodger Baseball: Ke Huy Quan
Centerfield Plaza: Viva Los Dodgers festival, presented by Budweiser and Spectrum
Military Hero of the Game, presented by IBEW & Pipe Trades: U.S. Marine Corps Master Sergeant Chris Matthews
Postgame: Kids Run the Bases