Gackstetters Rachel and Jason

Padres vs Dodgers, July 2011

As part of a charity event for Canine Companions, we had the winning bid for a Dodgers game with the Marlins Scout, Joe Moeller. Naturally, we picked a game where the Dodgers were playing the Padres. Joe was scounting the Padres, who would play the Marlins after the next series. Joe is an x-Dodgers pitcher; in fact, the youngest pitcher ever for the Dodgers. He played for the Dodgers from 1962-1971.

Jason and I (and Marisa) had a great time. We were on the field for batting practice and Joe introduced us to a number of coaches and players. He sat with us for part of the game and showed us the job of a scout; recording every Padre pitch and hit.

Joe was the perfect host. Thank you Joe.


Joe, Tim, Jason and Marisa


The Dodgers at pre-game batting practice.


The Padres waiting their turn for pre-game batting practice.


Padres Manager Bud Black, signing a ball for Jason.


All-star Padres closer (did you see his slide into the pitchers mound at the all-star game?) Heath Bell.


Dodgers Coach Manny Mota.


Padres Third Base Coach, Glen Hoffman.


Hall of Fame Dodgers First Base Coach Davey Lopes.


The Dodger wall of fame. I've circled Joe's name in red.


Play ball!



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