Los Angeles, CA - Last night, in Chicago, Illinois, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the defending champion Chicago Cubs 11-1 and clinched their first trip to the World Series in 29 years. Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D – Los Angeles) released the following statement on the Dodgers’ crushing victory:
“As the proud representative of California’s 34th Congressional District – home of the Los Angeles Dodgers – I am thrilled to congratulate our Boys in Blue on their historic return to the World Series. This victory is a truly epic moment that brings pride to the City of Los Angeles, the State of California, and the hearts of Dodgers fans everywhere. I’ve been a lifelong fan of the Dodgers ever since I played Little League as a kid and can't wait to cheer them on! I have no doubt that #ThisTeam will bring home another trophy to Dodgers Stadium. Let's go, Dodgers!”