What Dodger fans should know ahead of Game 6 of the NLCS – NBC Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Dodgers return to Chavez Ravine on Sunday to host the New York Mets, who are fighting for a spot in the World Series.

The Dodgers are one win away from their World Series berth and lead the Mets 3-2 in the National League Championship Series. Ahead of Game 6 on Sunday and possibly Game 7 if necessary, the Dodgers released helpful information to help fans travel and maximize their time.

Gates open

The automatic gates will open for both games at 2:08 p.m. – three hours before first pitch. The stadium gates open at 2:38 p.m., two and a half hours before first pitch.

First pitch is scheduled to take place at 5:08 p.m. Fans are asked to arrive early.

Public transportation

The Dodger Stadium Express from Union Station departs 120 minutes before first pitch. From the South Bay, services begin 150 minutes before first pitch.

Both services will be offered 45 minutes after the final game or 20 minutes after the end of a post-game event.

First pitch

Bill Russell, the 1981 World Champion shortstop, will throw out the first pitch for Game 6 and R&B singer Angie Fisher will sing the national anthem.

If Game 7 is needed, 1988 World Series MVP Orel Hershiser will throw out the first pitch and mariachi artist Julian Torres will sing the national anthem.

Time-limited food

In honor of the NLCS, Dodger Stadium is cooking up new dishes that will be served as the series continues. New menu items include:

• Loaded Barbecue Baked Potato with Burnt Brisket (Left Field Plaza, Reserve Level Sec. 22)
• Ramen burger with compressed ramen noodles and caramelized onions (field level sections 22 and 23, upper deck section 4)
• Giant Beef Skewer (Field Level Section 45, Reserve Level Section 4)