Padilla, Schiff Host Dodgers Capitol Reception to Celebrate 2024 World Series Championship
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) hosted players, coaches, and executives from the Los Angeles Dodgers organization at the Capitol to celebrate the Dodgers’ 2024 Major League Baseball World Series championship.
“As a U.S. Senator and lifelong Dodger fan, it was a special honor to host the Boys in Blue at the Capitol today to celebrate their 2024 World Series Championship,” said Senator Padilla. “I remember being inspired by Fernandomania in ’81 and Gibby and the Bulldog in ’88. The talent, grit, and diversity of the 2024 championship team is just as inspiring.”
“The Los Angeles Dodgers are champions in every sense of the word, and I was delighted to join Senator Alex Padilla today to celebrate them on their World Series victory. To the players, coaches, staff, and fans — thank you for a season we’ll never forget and for pouring your hearts and soul into the game. Let’s win it all again this year!” said Senator Schiff.
The Dodgers’ victory in Game 5 of the 2024 World Series marked the eighth World Series championship for the franchise and their seventh title since moving from Brooklyn to Los Angeles in 1958. The Dodgers’ 98 regular season wins last season gave them the best record in baseball and led to their 11th National League West Division title in the last 12 seasons.
Last year, the Senate unanimously passed Senator Padilla and former Senator Laphonza Butler’s resolution applauding the Dodgers’ dominant championship run and recognizing the achievements and contributions of the entire Los Angeles Dodgers organization. The resolution also acknowledged the passing of Fernando Valenzuela, who spurred a unique connection between the team and the Latino community of Los Angeles. Valenzuela passed away just days before the start of the World Series.
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