Vin Scully
Full name: Vincent Edward Scully
Date of birth: November 29, 1927
Died: August 2, 2022
Place of birth: Bronx, New York
Spouse: Sandra “Sandi” Scully (née Hunt) d. 1/3/2021
Social Media
Twitter: @TheVinScully
Instagram: @thevinscully
Vin Scully was a former American sportscaster who is best known for his 67-year career as the play-by-play announcer for Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Dodgers. He began his career with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1950 and continued to call games for the team when they moved to Los Angeles in 1958.
Scully’s distinctive voice and folksy storytelling style made him one of the most beloved and respected figures in sports broadcasting. He has been praised for his ability to bring the game of baseball to life for listeners, capturing the essence of the sport and its players in a way that transcended mere statistics.
During his career, Scully called some of the most memorable moments in baseball history, including three perfect games, 25 no-hitters, and 22 World Series. He was also known for his ability to call games with a poetic touch, weaving together stories and historical anecdotes that helped bring the game to life for listeners.
Scully retired from broadcasting in 2016 and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest sportscasters of all time, and his legacy continues to influence the field of sports broadcasting today.
He passed away at the age of 94 in August 2022
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