Dodgers manager Dave Roberts recently addressed travel delays his team faced while departing from Toronto. His comments ignited a discussion on social media regarding the role of airline delays in the Dodgers’ travel experience.
Dodgers Experience Travel Delays
The Dodgers were scheduled to hold a workout at Dodger Stadium at 5 p.m., hosting the Toronto Blue Jays for Game 3 of the World Series. However, the team arrived just in time, having experienced significant delays flying from Toronto Pearson Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Comments on Intent and Delays
During a news conference, Roberts remarked on the situation, saying, “I don’t want to get too far into it.” He added that the international travel process was challenging but noted that he did not believe any deliberate intent was behind the delays. Roberts later acknowledged that he “could have omitted ‘intent’” from his remarks.
Travel Logistics
The Dodgers traveled with a party of around 400 people divided across four planes. While the players took their own flight that left after Saturday’s game and arrived in Los Angeles without issues, the rest of the staff, including Roberts, departed on Sunday morning, leading to the extended travel time.
International Travel Challenges
- Delays were partly due to strict customs processes.
- The Dodgers faced U.S. customs upon entering California.
- International travel complexities, including passports and security checks, were also factors.
Roberts emphasized that these travel complications are an inherent part of Major League Baseball’s international games. He clarified that the Canadian government was not responsible for the delays, stating, “Canada is not trying to sabotage the Dodgers.”
Conclusion
As the Dodgers prepare for their next game, fans are reminded that travel challenges are common in professional sports. Roberts’ comments reflect the complexities of international play and the realities teams face while navigating customs and airline schedules.
