Vin Scully was always more than just the voice of Dodgers baseball. He was an icon, a friend, a legend, a mentor, maybe even just a friendly face who treated all those he met with respect, humility and kindness. He was more than words could properly convey. One only had to meet him, or perhaps just listen to him on game day, to feel the Vin Scully effect.
Scully died at age 94 on Tuesday. The news rocked the Dodgers organization and all of baseball. By Wednesday, teams around the majors, including the Angels in Anaheim, were paying their respects to the beloved broadcaster.
For many, Scully was their introduction to the sport. To others, he was the inspiration for their careers. For some, he was both. And that impact went beyond baseball.
