Dodgers Web musings: It's a throwback to an alternate universe of Brooklyn Dodgers uniforms in new promotion (plus half-priced beer!)

And now for a throwback to those thrilling days of yesteryear, at least the kind that went on back in Brooklyn. At least, that’s what they’re telling us.

The Dodgers announced Friday they will wear throwback uniforms for six midweek day games this season -- in conjunction with half-priced food and drink.

Including beer.

Take that, Arte Moreno.

The Dodgers are asking fans to vote for their favorite throwback road uniform. Only forget recognizing any of the bizarre choices.

The oldest dates back 100 years and features -- ugh -- pinstripes. The second curious selection is from 1931, their only jersey to feature a block-shaped letter B on the front. Continuing with the odd choices is a 1940s-era uniform with satin blue material, the team thinking it would reflect the lights. It’s all shiny and everything.

Fans can vote from Feb. 7-17 at dodgers.com/throwback.

Also on the Web:

-- The Daily News’ Tom Hoffarth concludes his annual best/worst of play-by-play announcers with a nice tribute to Vin Scully, still teaching the rest at age 83.

-- ESPN Los Angeles’ Tony Jackson takes a look at the left side of the Dodgers' infield, and what Manager Don Mattingly might try to do to get Casey Blake and Rafael Furcal regular rest.

-- Fox Sports’ Ken Rosenthal examines the struggling ownership of both the Dodgers and Mets. He said one source said Commissioner Bud Selig is "totally fed up" with both Frank and Jamie McCourt.

-- Mark Cuban is a popular choice to purchase the Dodgers. But The New York Daily News’ Tim Smith wants the Mets to pursue Cuban as a part owner.

-- Mike Scioscia’s Tragic Illness’ Mike Petriello wonders if the Dodgers should have taken a flier on ex-Angel Jim Edmonds.

-- Vin Scully Is My Homeboy’s Roberto Baly looks at the Dodgers eliminating the big public signing element to their community caravan this month.

-- True Blue L.A.’s David Young takes a look at the all-time, short-guy Dodgers team. Earlier in the week he looked at the writer's nightmare, the Dodgers with the oddest spelling of their names.

-- Steve Dilbeck

Comments

[Nick]

Geez, Steve -- Why all the snarking on the old suits? The current road unies pretty much already look like 1965, which is fine; the whites have changed very little; and it's just a fun thing. Save the poison pen for the stiffs INSIDE the uniforms, chiefly that fat hick 'closer' who's sure to stink up the joint again, on his way to the post-blown-save buffet.

[Mike]

Funny how the Dodgers are using cosmetics to disguise player mediocrity.

[OldBrooklynFan]

I love days when the Dodgers wear their Brooklyn uniforms, even when they wear Brooklyn on their home whites, which is kind of tacky. Actually I don't think that ever happened in Brooklyn.
.
I hope Mattingly is thinking on the same plain Tony Jackson.

[skyharbor]

The idea of a "Throwback Night" will probably sell a few tickets but do the Dodgers actually stage all the promotions they say are going to...or is this just another shameless exploitation of the "old" Dodgers and another gimmick to grab our money and run. Last year the Dodgers promoted "Hollywood Stars Night" for August 7 continuing a 50+ year tradition at Dodger Stadium. Those holding tickets for August 7 were told to expect appearances by Billy Crystal, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kevin James, Joe Mantegna, Thomas Jane, Jon Hamm, Rob Reiner, Garry Marshall and Sean Astin. Don't remember that night? Of course not...it never happened. No refund...no compensation or consideration whatsoever for those who bought season tickets or individual tickets for August 7 expecting to see "Hollywood Stars Night." Like Steve said at the time "It just disappeared...." On the other hand...all that really matters is that the 2011 Dodgers are World Series bound.

[16blows]

Progress to decline... my opine. While always a personal choice/matter of taste, the classic or throwback uniforms in various sports often times look better than the modern (though sometimes the vintage look garish.)

I may be in the minority or even alone but for my aesthetic tastes the dudgers should ditch the blue-hued shoes and go back to the black shoes look from the 1960's & also get rid of those 'LA' letters on their shirt sleeves - they make the uniforms look too busy/not a 'clean' look as it were.

If I had more time to grouse would, but alas do not so one last pet peeve vis a vis excess: advertising.

The proliferation over the years on walls (to include the ever-changing and distracting ones behind home plate) might be a nece$$ary evil but diminish the experience nonetheless (I never liked player faces on outfield walls any more than sponsor advertising same for that matter.)

Sports, shoe endorsement deals already exist & the NFL's fining of players who fail to abide proper uniform wearing rules or tout non-NFL approved gear isn't new; recall that QB Jim McMahon was fined years ago for putting messages on his headbands & other players same shoe message infractions, etc.

Naming rights to stadiums... my belief is if McFrank could have he already would have 'sold out' as it were, Dodger Stadium; he or someone will in the future I'm sure... it's just a matter of time.

While advertising has always been around (at Ebbets Field among others), it seemed somehow more quaint then than 'suffocating' as it is century 21. I'm only half joking in suggesting the day will come when every player will wear contractually obligated advertising on jersey, pants, cap, etc. - any available space will be utilized - walking, talking billboards; they'll probably find a way to make them flash as neon too.

Ever new & more ridiculous revenue streams...

[Striker]

Throwbacks? Throw-up.

The Dodgers are operating mainly on nostalgia, fumes, smoke, mirrors, and faint echoes.

When they aren't lobbing bouquets at the Venerable Vinnie, they're lipsticking pigs.

Can't wait for the TBA, Dodge-The-Dodgers games, because the Dodgers Are Dodging their responsibilities to fans.

[Nice Try]

Typical Dodgers. If they really were all about winning, we'd be voting for the 1955 Brooklyn uni. While they are at it, bring back the price of the beer from 1955 as well!

[alanw19]

Dodgers wore the '55 unis the last time they did the throwback, in 2007 at Tampa Bay honoring the tie to Zimmer.

But my choices would not have much throwback to them - '55, '59, '63, '65, '81 and '88. The championships.

Of their 3 choices, would have to say don't, or choose the 1940s.

[Steve Rodriguez]

How about some "throwback World Championships?"

[Labeldude]

How 'bout we throwback half the roster?
.
I'm assuming being in California, this franchise must only be allowed 5 keepers.

[KoufaxFan]

McCrap's Disgraced Dodgers should read "Crooklyn" across thier jerseys.

[Evan Bladh]

I actually kind of prefer the pinstripe 1911 uniform. At least it's the only throwback proposed that has the right shade of blue. The shiny satin unis from 1940 look like old KC Royals 1970s-80s road uniforms. The 1931 uniform with the light blue trim, just doesn't look right.

[Steve Wimer]

Beer and old uniforms? This minor league stunt has a unique appeal. The drunks will love it. Decent people will want to avoid these games. Of course, with the current owner, decent people will want to avoid all of the Dodger home games, until the current owner sells the team.

[Bob]

Can we throwback to the O'Malley family owning the team?

[Carlos A Nunez]

I for one will make sure to be there for opening day, all 6 bobbleheads, and all 6 weekday games........;-)

[LoveYaVin]

You got to wonder how many "fans" choose to attend a game and spend $100 for a $2 bobblehead vs those who want to see a good pitching match up. Especially since promotional events are scheduled for mostly low interest games. My vote is to spend more money on left handed relievers and less on bobbleheads. And for those coming out for the bobbleheads...please leave your beachballs at home.

[alanw19]

Labeldude with another zinger!