LAs new hottest dating scene is in the Dodger Stadium bleachers

Forget swiping right — single Angelenos are looking to catch more than just a fly ball this season.Fed up with the “superficial” and “shallow” world of dating apps, hopeful romantics are flocking to Dodger Stadium to join “Drafted,” a high-octane singles series that aims to turn “free agents” into a permanent roster.The brainchild of Jillian Pfeiffer — a die-hard Dodgers fan who spent 10+ years striking out on the apps —Drafted is the ultimate pivot for those tired of digital ghosting.The concept is simple.Singles buy tickets to sit in a designated Drafted “singles” section during a Dodger game, where everyone is fair game to mingle, chat, and hopefully spark a connection.The events have exploded in popularity, with wait lists reportedly topping 200 women per game, turning stadium into one of LA’s hottest dating scenes.  Unlike a typical night out, these events consist of three acts: a pregame party at a bar with icebreakers and drinks, the game itself, and an after party at a bar or club.

The pregame ticket costs about $30, and a ticket to the game plus after party (dubbed Drafted After Dark) are a little over $100.The hours-long pregame bash at a local brewery, where attendees even use bingo-style cards and conversation prompts to eliminate the dreaded “sixth-grade dance” energy where nobody makes the first move. And if you’re not great at putting yourself out there, not to worry — everyone has their photo put up on a board for all to see.From there, the “prospects” head to a dedicated section in the Pavilion bleachers, where singles can switch seats to be next to whoever catches their eye between innings.Since launching in 2024, Drafted has expanded into a full-blown social circuit, hosting events not just at Dodgers games, but also at LAFC matches, yacht parties and themed nights across the city.  California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.Please provide...