To get to the stadium, you have to drive up a big hill which overlooks both the mountains to the north and downtown skyline to the south.  The stadium is oddly built down into the hill, but it really gave us a great feeling.  We especially liked the LA flavor inside of the park, with the mountain view, palm trees, yellow seats, cleanliness and well kept field.  We were also surprised by the energy of the fans.  We were given great free tickets to this game by the Dodgers, which were about 20 rows behind home plate.  Also, during the game, we were interviewed by the Dodger's blog writer for the LA Times.  He will be writing a story about how we think Dodger Stadium compares to others in the NL West and MLB as a whole.

Tonight's pitching matchup was ve ran Jamie Moyer vs. All Star Brad Penny.  The Phils jumped out to an early lead but then the Dodgers came right back with 3 in the first to go up 3 to 1.  A few innings later, the Dodgers blew the game open thanks to a home run by Jeff Kent and Matt Kemp.  The Dodgers went on to win 10 to 3.  After the game, we drove down to San Diego to stay with Alon's friend Shanna.  See you tomorrow at the beach and then at the Padres game!