It’s Never Too Early to Jump on the Dodgers

There are fewer sure things in life than Bill Plaschke’s drawing grand conclusions from the smallest of samples that is opening day. If the Dodgers win, it’s, “The Magic is Back; It’s 1988 all over again!” If they lose, it’s, “I have no idea how they’ll win even one game; this is the worst assemblage of talent I’ve ever seen!”

Relax, Bill. It’s 0.6% of the season. The 2002 Angels were 6-14 and that season turned out OK.

Craig Dunkin

La Crescenta

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Once again Dodger owner Frank McCourt has shown his inability to understand the concept of sound fiscal management. To address the organization’s communication deficiencies, he hired a consulting firm. For 50 cents, he could have received a full analysis of his management shortcomings by reading T.J. Simers’ column.

Barry P. Resnick

Orange

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Regarding the Dodgers’ dismissal of their vice president of communications: If Frank McCourt wants someone who can keep a straight face while putting a positive spin on a roster he imploded, he should hire Kobe Bryant.

Mark Backstrom

Redondo Beach

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Six words regarding Jose Valentin’s game-losing error on opening day: Beltre would have made the play.

Dan Epstein

Los Angeles

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Not even halfway through Paul DePodesta’s five-year contract and we hear: “But this job will beat you down and beat you down in a hurry. At some point, I’m going to want something else.”

Well, that’s all fine and good Mr. DePodesta, but for one of those born and raised in L.A. and having been a loyal Dodger fan all my life, I sure hope you’re going to clean up the mess you’ve made of this team before you leave.

Daniel V. Shannon

Winnetka

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Paul DePodesta is quoted as saying he “can’t afford” to be a fan of this team. After they raised ticket prices, parking prices and food prices, I can’t afford to be a fan of the Dodgers either.

Michael Horowicz

Hollywood

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I noticed that Nancy Bea Hefley said she had not heard whether her playing time would be expanded this season, as no decision has been made on whether to restore some organ music in place of recorded music.

How many more times will I have to read about Dodger employees not hearing about their current job status?

Allan Judkowitz

Northridge