Hot Topic: Los Angeles Dodgers 50th Anniversary

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Dodgers make ultimate pitch

Hollywood enjoys L.A. team's never-ending story
Back in 1958, Hollywood's passion for its new major league baseball team helped build Dodger Stadium. To encourage a "yes" vote that June from the Los Angeles electorate on Proposition B, which was needed to approve construction of a ballpark in the controversial Chavez Ravine area north of downtown, the entertainment elite mobilized.

Hollywood's Dodger memories

Rickles, others reminisce about favorite moments

Vin Scully transcends in his appeal

Dodgers' broadcasting icon a choice voice

Dodgers achieve universal coverage

TV makes big investment in baseball
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Jarrin finds legendary path behind mike

Spanish-language announcer has rich history

Game as plot device

Ten memorable baseball-themed scenes

Stars on the diamond

These celebs found success on the ballfield

Ten top baseball movies

Filmmakers swing for the fences with these hits

Dodger timeline

L.A. baseball rooted in Hollywood lore

Tinseltown has long history with national pastime

Celebrities take field for a good cause

Hollywood Stars charity game has storied history

Dodger Stadium stands test of time

Despite faults, ballpark remains major attraction

Torre gives Dodgers marquee name

L.A.'s new skipper akin to a veteran film director

Baseball rides online wave

Streamlined Internet operation sets standard

Dodger Stadium's first game

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