In honor of the late Fernando Valenzuela, the city of Los Angeles will unveil a six-story mural in Boyle Heights Sunday paying tribute to the Dodger legend.
Sunday, November 3, 2024 5:25AMIn honor of the late Fernando Valenzuela, the city of Los Angeles will unveil a six-story mural in Boyle Heights Sunday paying tribute to the legendary Dodger's enduring legacy as a champion.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, former Dodger Spanish-language announcer Jaime Jarrín and actor Edward James Olmos are also expected to attend. The city council recently approved a resolution marking Nov. 1 as "Fernando Valenzuela Day,'' in honor of his birthday. Valenzuela, who died on Oct. 19, would have turned 64.Valenzuela joined the Dodgers in 1980, and inspired what became known as "Fernandomania'' the following year. In his first years, he was awarded the National League Rookie of the Year Award and the Cy Young Award.
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