"The fans definitely deserve it," Dodgers owner Mark Walter said Sunday, after the team won the National League pennant. Standing in the way of a parade: the American League champions, the New York Yankees. "We didn't come here to win the pennant; we came here to win the World Series." This statement emphasizes the aspirations of the team and the fans for a grander celebration, not just a pennant victory.
"I think we were all waiting for the timing, for when it was going to be feasible," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. They were even talking about doing something with the Lakers, doing it together. It would have been amazing. But it just wasn't to be." Roberts captures the collective anticipation for a joint celebration and the disappointment of missed opportunities due to the pandemic.
"I don't think we ever thought we were going to get to do that, especially in California," Kershaw said. "It definitely wasn't going to happen out here." This perspective highlights the realistic outlook players had on the likelihood of a parade amid public health concerns and underscores feelings of regret.
Said infielder Max Muncy: "It was very disappointing we didn't get that parade, but obviously there were some bigger issues at hand that took priority." Muncy’s comment reflects the athletes' understanding of the challenges posed by the pandemic while expressing regret for lost celebratory moments.
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