The Dodgers announced a multiyear partnership Monday with Vernon-based Papa Cantella’s Sausage, who will supply Dodger Stadium with among other sausages, Dodger Dogs.
These Dodger Dogs, in addition to other premium sausages supplied by Papa Cantella’s, have been sold at Dodger Stadium since Opening Day.
“Like the Dodgers, our history and community ties run deep in Los Angeles. We could not be more proud to be partnering with this iconic brand and product,” said Tony Cantella, President of Papa Cantella’s.
Fans can purchase packaged Dodger Dogs at retail grocery locations throughout Southern California.
“The Dodger Dog is synonymous with Dodger baseball, and a ballpark tradition that has been enjoyed by generations of fans,” said Lon Rosen, Dodger Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.
Dodger Stadium has sold over 100,000 Dodger dogs through its first 13 home games, continuing the hot dog’s reputation as one of the best selling concession items in professional sports.
“It has and always will be an iconic part of the Dodger Stadium experience and we’re proud to entrust the legacy of the Dodger Dog to Papa Cantella’s, a family-owned, local manufacturer with a reputation for superior quality products.”
Formerly, Dodger Dogs had been supplied by Farmer John, a name synonymous with Dodger baseball through former legendary announcer Vin Scully. They had been the team’s supplier for nearly half a century, starting in 1972.
The Dodgers return home Tuesday to begin a nine-game homestand against the Mariners, Marlins and Diamondbacks.
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