When Vin Scully's name is written or brought up in a conversation, it's usually followed by the terms "national treasure" or "greatest of all-time". He is without question the most universally loved figure in Major League Baseball, and perhaps in the entire sporting world. If for some reason you need a reminder why most of the world feels that way, we have a perfect example for you, because Mr. Scully was in legendary form on Monday night while lipreading and translating the words Colorado Rockies manager Jim Tracy was directing towards umpire Mike Everitt after a controversial call went against his squad in their 2-0 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. The play happened in the seventh inning. New Dodger Shane Victorino looped a soft flyball into shallow center field that Dexter Fowler charged and appeared to catch. It was even ruled a catch at first by Everitt, the third base umpire. However, after a quick argument from Don Mattingly and an umpire huddle, the call was overturned. When Everitt attempted to explain the new ruling to Tracy, he went a little crazy, and Scully attempted to provide a PG-rated translation of his every word. Here's a look at the play and the argument. Jim...
“Blinkin’ fertilizer”: The great Vin Scully translates Jim Tracy’s meltdown (VIDEO)
Published August 7, 2012 at 2:35 AM
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