The Dodgers have obviously added a new celebration in 2021. In years past, we’ve seen things like the bubble machine and a weird tongue wag make their way throughout the dugout during games.
In 2021, it’s the head pat. The Dodgers brought it out at the beginning of the season and feels like it becomes more common with each passing game. That led many fans to wonder what the celebration meant and where it came from. Originally, players were unwilling to reveal any information about it.