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They were named the Dodgers because in Brooklyn they had trains running through the city and people would always have to "Dodge" them
That is how they got their name! The early trolleys in Brooklyn were run on DC power. This caused the trolleys to build up excessive electrical current and when the amount became too great the trolley would make a popping noise. This was an advanced warning of an oncoming electrical shock to customers. When this popping was heard the passangers would get off the trolley ASAP to avoid the shock. This activity was known as Trolley Dodging.
The term "Trolley Dodgers" was attached to the Brooklyn ballclub due to the complex maze of trolley cars that weaved its way through the borough of Brooklyn. The name was then shortened to just "Dodgers." During the 1890s, other popular nicknames were Ward's Wonders, Foutz's Fillies and Hanlon's Superbas.
They were, of course, the old Brooklyn Dodgers who got their name from what the fans had to do to get to Ebbets field.......dodge trolley cars.
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What was the dodgers first name?
In Brooklyn, the Dodgers were first called the Trolley Dodgers, then the name was shortened to Dodgers.
In 1947 what was the name of the Dodgers stadium?
Ebbets Field
Was there ever a Brooklyn Dodgers football team?
Yes. Between 1930-1943, there was a team in the NFL known as the Brooklyn Dodgers. The Dodgers changed their name to the Tigers for the 1944 season and then merged with the Boston Yanks in the 1945 season.
Who is the dodger's coach's name?
William Grady Little has been manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers since 2006.
Coach for the LA Dodgers?
The Dodgers are managed by Don Mattingly.
What was the dodgers first name?
In Brooklyn, the Dodgers were first called the Trolley Dodgers, then the name was shortened to Dodgers.
Why did the Trolly Dodgers change the name to Dodgers?
Dodgers was shorter.
What is LA Dodgers full name?
The Los Angeles Dodgers
What is dodgers real name?
Dogers!
What is the name of the state where the dodgers play?
California
What was the name of the Brooklyn dodgers in the 1920s?
The Brooklyn Robins
What is the ballpark name for the Brooklyn Dodgers?
Ebbets Field
In 1947 what was the name of the Dodgers stadium?
Ebbets Field
Did Brooklyn Dodgers have a manager by the name of Walter?
Walter Alston managed the Brooklyn Dodgers between 1954-1957. He then managed the Los Angeles Dodgers between 1958-1976.
What was the los angles dodgers' original name?
Trolly dodges
How did Los Angeles Dodgers got their name?
Trolley Dodging.
Did the Brooklyn dodgers display the players name on their jerseys?
Nope
