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Dodgers fans and baseball lovers, mark your calendars! {pages} a bookstore is hosting a can't-miss event on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Culture Brewing Co. in downtown Manhattan Beach. Get ready for a night of baseball talk, great reads, and cold brews—it’s the ultimate triple play!
Join Bill Plunkett, Dodgers beat writer for the OC Register and author of the upcoming L.A. Story: Shohei Ohtani, The Los Angeles Dodgers, and a Season for the Ages, in conversation with Tom Hoffarth, author of Perfect Eloquence. Together, they’ll dive into Shohei Ohtani’s historic 2024 season, the Dodgers’ World Series win, and all the moments that made last year unforgettable.
If you’re a fan of the Dodgers, Ohtani, or just love a good baseball story, this event promises insider perspectives, expert analysis, and some behind-the-scenes moments you won’t hear anywhere else.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Culture Brewing Co.
Address: 327 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Cost: $40 (includes a copy of L.A. Story + one beer or soft drink)
Tickets & Info: pagesabookstore.com/event/2025-04-01/baseball-books-beer-perfect-triple-play
Explore the definitive portrait of Shohei Ohtani’s first season with the Dodgers—a year filled with records, challenges, and triumphs. Plunkett gives readers an inside look at Ohtani’s offensive explosion, his Tommy John surgery recovery, and even the scandal that almost derailed everything. Built on daily reporting, L.A. Story is a must-read for Dodgers fans and baseball enthusiasts alike.
With nearly 25 years covering baseball in Southern California, Plunkett is a respected veteran of the game. He’s written for Baseball America, Baseball Digest, and frequently appears on MLB Network, ESPN, and SportsNet LA.
An Associated Press award-winning journalist, Hoffarth has over 40 years of experience covering Southern California sports and media. He’s written for outlets like the Los Angeles Times, Hollywood Reporter, and Sports Business Journal. His book Perfect Eloquence is a {pages} bestseller and an essential read for any sports fan.
Baseball Fans Unite – Dive into one of the Dodgers’ most exciting seasons yet with two seasoned journalists.
Get Your Copy – Your ticket includes L.A. Story by Bill Plunkett.
Beer & Books – Sip on a beer (or soft drink) while soaking in incredible stories and insights.
Celebrate Ohtani & the Dodgers – Relive the moments that made history!
Don’t miss this perfect triple play of sports, stories, and sips. Grab your tickets now and be part of this special evening with {pages}, Bill Plunkett, and Tom Hoffarth!
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