LOS ANGELES (KABC) – If you’ve been to Dodger Stadium, chances are you’ve purchased snacks from one beloved vendor known as “The Peanut Man.” For more than 50 years, Robert Sanchez has been a familiar face serving up snacks to baseball fans.
Sanchez began his journey at Dodger Stadium when he was just 16 years old, starting out by selling, you guessed it, peanuts. Now in his 52nd season, he sells pizza at the Pavilion, walking approximately five miles per game while carrying around 20 pounds of snacks.
“Like my dad told me years ago, ‘a little sweat on the forehead never killed anybody,'” Sanchez said. “That’s what I do, baby! Hike those stairs and sell my product!”
For Sanchez, working at Dodger Stadium is about more than just keeping fans fed—it’s about connecting with them. His infectious energy draws people in, and he often stops to take photos and videos with fans, which he shares on his Instagram account.
“I’ve been told I have the gift of the gab,” he shared. “Staying busy with the phone and still being a top dog at Dodger Stadium with sales.”
Fans love seeing “The Peanut Man,” and at 68 years old, Sanchez says he has no plans to slow down anytime soon. “As long as I’m having fun, you’ll see me at Dodger Stadium.”