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Joe Kelly believes in superstition with Mariachi Joe mural at Dodger Stadium
- Kelly joked that removing the mural could cost the Dodgers more than the loss of a wall sign, tying it to their World Series fortunes.
- The mural honors Joe Kelly’s 2020 World Series look and has been on display since late 2023 at Dodger Stadium.
- Kelly’s tenure with the Dodgers ended after the 2024 season, with no retirement announcement.
- Artist Jonas Never has created multiple Kelly murals, including works in Venice and Silverlake.
- Dodgers finished 2023 as NL West champions but were swept in the NLDS by the Diamondbacks.
- Kelly considered a return with the Dodgers but did not land a new contract after a throwing showcase.
- Never’s mural sites include Baby Blues BBQ in Venice and Floyd’s Barbershop in Silverlake.
- The mural’s ongoing presence has become a point of conversation amid the Dodgers’ post-season trajectory.
- The article highlights the cultural tie between Kelly’s image and Dodgers’ lore.
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