Los Angeles: A City Divided by Dodger Dogs (and Another Baseball Team)
Ah, Los Angeles. City of Angels, land of movie stars and smog... and apparently, a place where citizens can't agree on which shade of baseball cap to wear. That's right, folks, we're talking about the age-old question that has perplexed philosophers and confused tourists for decades: How many baseball teams does Los Angeles ACTUALLY have?
The Great Baseball Divide: Dodgers vs. Angels
For those unfamiliar with the LA baseball scene (or those who have been living under a rock), there are two main contenders in this diamond-shaped dispute:
- The Los Angeles Dodgers: These blue-clad behemoths boast a long history, a passionate fanbase, and enough World Series rings to make a hobbit jealous.
- The Los Angeles Angels: Don't let their name fool you, these Halos are a force to be reckoned with. Mike Trout might not be a heavenly being, but his swing sure is angelic.
So, Two Teams Then? Easy.
Hold on there, champ. The plot thickens faster than Vin Scully calling a walk-off homer (and yes, I know he's retired, but you get the picture). See, the thing is, technically the Angels aren't exactly in Los Angeles. They reside in Anaheim, a whole 20 miles away (which, in LA traffic, might as well be another country).
But They Still Say "Los Angeles" in Their Name!
Ah, a clever marketing ploy from days gone by! The Angels used to play in Dodger Stadium, hence the Los Angeles in their title. Now, they have their own digs in Angel Stadium, which is a great place to catch a game (and maybe snag a giant Mickey Mouse ice cream helmet).
So the Answer Is...?
Here's the truth, folks: it depends on who you ask.
- Die-hard Dodgers fan: There's only one true Los Angeles team, and it bleeds Dodger blue.
- Angeleno through and through: Two teams, baby! Double the baseball, double the fun!
- Neutral observer: Look, Los Angeles has a ton of sprawl. Technically, the Angels are close enough. Just don't get caught wearing the wrong hat in the wrong part of town.
The Moral of the Story?
Baseball in Los Angeles is a delicious hot dog with two sides: the classic Dodger dog and the ever-so-slightly-less-famous Angel dog. There's enough baseball goodness to go around, so grab a cap (of whichever team you choose) and head out to the ballpark!
P.S. If you're still confused, don't worry. Just ask someone where to find the best tacos. That usually sparks a more heated debate than which baseball team reigns supreme.
