LOS ANGELES (AP) — Reacting to the passing of Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully, who entertained and informed Dodgers fans in Brooklyn and Los Angeles for 67 years. Scully, the longest-serving broadcaster with a single team in professional sports history, died Tuesday night at the age of 94.
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“He’s the best ever. Just when you think about the Dodgers, there’s a lot of history here, a lot of people have been through. It’s just a storied franchise. But honestly, it pretty much started with Vin. When you think about Vin, he’s with Jackie (Robinson). Obviously, that’s another story. But in terms of the history of our organization, Vin has been through it all. Just such a special person. I’m very Grateful and grateful that I know him as well as I do.” – Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers pitcher.
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“He obviously had a great life. He influenced a lot of people, myself included. I’m honored to call him a friend. I think there are countless people who think he’s a family and part of their family. This guy isn’t just Dodger baseball. A spokesperson, and a spokesperson for the entire baseball world. He walked into so many families. It’s a legacy of longevity, it’s class, I’ve used that word before — he’s a gentleman. – Dodgers manager Dave Roberts.
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“You gave me the name Mustang. You gave me love. You hugged me like a father. I will never forget you, my heart is broken. My hands are on your family’s heart. Los Angeles, I’m so sorry Can’t cry with you today.” — Yasiel Puig, former Dodgers outfielder, via Twitter.
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“I grew up with Vin Scully’s voice and poetic voice. He made listening to baseball fun and educational. Simply the best!!” — Ozzie Smith, 15-time All-Star shortstop, via Twitter.
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“He meant so much to so many people and there will never be another like him. Your childhood heroes rarely exceed your expectations when you get to know them, but somehow Vinny did. May he Rest in peace.” – Josh Rawitch, President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, via Twitter.
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“The first time I met him, I was actually playing the Dodgers in the Mets in town, and he came to the visiting club to say hello and told me he was a redhead and we redheads have to stick together I think it’s crazy that Vin Scully walked into the clubhouse and came to me and greeted me.” –Justin Turner, third baseman for the Dodgers.
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“It’s just a huge loss, not just for the Dodgers, but for baseball as a whole. So just need to pray for his family.” — Mookie Betts, Dodgers outfielder.
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“I’ll never know someone as kind, gracious, and talented as Vin. Twitter isn’t big enough to hold all the memories, stories, and instances of a person who does his best work behind the mic, even better than him as a broadcaster. Be good. Rest in peace, my friends.” – Former Dodgers GM Ned Colletti, via Twitter.
“The greatest broadcaster in baseball and other sports is gone. I lost the architect of my career, a dear friend: Vin Scully. I now find myself facing the most difficult task of expressing my thoughts, I Peace can only be said in his grave, and we’ll meet soon.” — Jaime Jarrín, Hall of Fame broadcaster and Spanish-language voice for the Dodgers.
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“I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Vin Scully – he was the greatest baseball announcer of all time and he set the standard for all game announcers in any sport. Vin was a great friend and an affable people.” —Bob Miller, Hockey Hall of Fame and Los Angeles Kings announcer for 44 years.
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“OMG. Such sad news. A great man and the best sports commentator ever. His voice will live on in our minds and hearts forever. Rest in peace dear Vin.” – Lal Ralph Lawler, former face of the Los Angeles Clippers for 41 years, via Twitter.
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“Growing up in Los Angeles, he was the voice I always heard. When I first played the Dodgers in a major league game, we played them in Toronto. The next day, I was watching the batting action from that game. The voice was on, usually the voice wasn’t on, but I put it on, and I heard Vin Scully say I’m a native from California. It means the whole world to me. Hearing him say my name, that moment Really got goosebumps for me.” – Chris Woodward, Texas Rangers manager and former Dodgers coach.
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“A true gentleman and greatest storyteller sitting behind the mic. Rest in peace, Wen.” – San Diego Padres via Twitter.
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“Vin Scully is greater than baseball. He is the soul of Los Angeles, the undisputed voice of America’s pastime, and the narrator of some of the most exciting moments in our lives. It’s impossible to think about the Dodgers without reflecting on the incomparable text. The way he speaks and the boundless wisdom he shares with generations of fans around the world.” – Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti.
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“The heart of a city. A voice that spans generations. An iconic storyteller who brought many summer and autumn nights to life through his words. We have lost a true legend. Rest in peace Vin Scully .” – Los Angeles Chargers via Twitter.
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“His last home game at Dodger Stadium. You know, I was lucky to leave the home run to win the division. And then after that, we were all celebrating and they were showing some moments now and we all turned our attention to Vin and his wife Sandra. It’s a really cool moment.” –Texas Rangers infielder Charlie Calberson, whose home run ended Sculley’s last home game in 2016.
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“Growing up in Los Angeles, hearing Vin Scully’s melodious voice on gas stations and on portable radios all summer long. We had a chat and he was a light-hearted and charming storyteller in front of a captivating audience. And a fitting The Gentlemen of… RIP, Vin. — Harry Shearer, actor and comedian, via Twitter.
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“Vin Scully is a master of his craft. As the son of a New York native, his distinct voice will forever be synonymous with Los Angeles.” – California Governor Gavin Newsom.
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