Vin Scully’s Final Game Took Center Stage in Dodgers Series Finale vs. Giants
One could imagine that despite the Los Angeles Dodger getting swept by the San Francisco Giants, not too many fans are upset. The Dodgers clinched the National League West on Sept. 25 and punched their ticket to the postseason. So with a playoff spot already sewn up the attention can fully turn to Vin Scully’s final game.
Scully, who grew up a huge Giants fan, stepped in the booth to call his last game on October 2, 2016. A date that will forever be cemented in Dodgers-Giants history. He also witnessed his childhood team punch their ticket to qualify for a wild card game after they defeated the Dodgers 7-1.
Forever enshrined in the visiting TV broadcast booth. #ThankYouVin pic.twitter.com/vaXZkeuLfJ
— SFGiants (@SFGiants) October 2, 2016
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Scully, as he often did, told a story during his final game about a time 80 years ago to the day of when he says he fell in love with the game of baseball.
“Exactly 80 years to the minute from that day I looked at the line score of the World Series. So when I looked at the schedule and knew I was going to retire, I thought I have to do that game. It was as if it was ordained for me to do this game.”
Vin Scully
Deservingly so, Scully received a outpour of thank you’s and even had fans and organizations shedding tears.
#ThankYouVin
??, Kruk, Kuip, Jon, Dave, Erwin & Tito#SFGiants pic.twitter.com/r8M672mzKm— SFGiants (@SFGiants) October 2, 2016
Before we get started we want to send a tip of the cap & best wishes to @Dodgers Vin Scully as he prepares for his final broadcast today. pic.twitter.com/MMilGdJmB9
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) October 2, 2016
One of the best at his craft. #ThankYouVinhttps://t.co/8G6g8wykkq
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) October 2, 2016
The support didn’t stop there as the entire city of Los Angeles took time to acknowledge one of its iconic figures.
His final game. A true legend. #ThankYouVin ? pic.twitter.com/bRbxMXN3LA
— LA Kings (@LAKings) October 2, 2016
Congratulations to the legendary Vin Scully as he calls his final game for the @Dodgers today at noon. Thank you #VIN, for everything.
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) October 2, 2016
Congratulations on an inspiring career to a true LA sports legend. #VIN #ThisIsLA pic.twitter.com/SDmQcn21F9
— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) October 2, 2016
In his final broadcast Scully spent time with his favorite player Willie Mays and sang “Take me out to the ball game”
#THIS. pic.twitter.com/AId90gGHJM
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 2, 2016
https://vine.co/v/56Zp1FFAbeA
Thank you, @SFGiants. #ThankYouVin pic.twitter.com/uQqUk5p5hC
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 2, 2016
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Inching closer to the end of the game Scully had some words of encouragement to fans.
"Don't be sad that it's over, SMILE because it happened." https://t.co/awQA0Kf5sI
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 2, 2016
And as the top of the 9th came to a close in just five seconds, Scully put a cap on a historic 67-year career in the broadcast booth.
Vin's final call. https://t.co/qncTjluQPu #ThankYouVin https://t.co/s4dYWpJxpg
— Cut4 (@Cut4) October 2, 2016
After his final sendoff, many people wiped their tears and turned the television channel. But thanks to the Dodgers, fans can savor a few more Scully moments.
Farewell, Vin. pic.twitter.com/vOYndLWELp
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 2, 2016
On a day when Vin received so much recognition, he was still sure to leave fans with one more note.
Dear friends… pic.twitter.com/akgzIU1UdW
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 2, 2016
And after 67 years of service, the Dodgers will look to continue to embark on a journey to capture a World Series without the voice of Los Angeles.
Vin Scully’s career, as told by Vin Scully throughout the years. #VIN pic.twitter.com/3wrxjijm3h
— MLB (@MLB) October 3, 2016
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So for one last time, farewell Vin and thank you. We love you!
Bye Vin, and a very pleasant retirement to you, wherever you may be. pic.twitter.com/vis4eVHulW
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 2, 2016
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