It's almost hard to believe, knowing what we do now, but way back in the day, a young Vin Scully had to convince a potential employer of his worth, just like the rest of us. The legendary broadcaster's initial 1949 contract with the team – which was actually just a letter written by Scully to Brooklyn Dodgers president Branch Rickey offering up his services – was posted for bidding by SCP Auctions Wednesday (discovered by TMZ), with the entire document now available online for our viewing pleasure. "I am applying for a job in connection with your broadcasting and television programs and I offer to you my time and services as follows," Scully began.
Vin Scully’s first Dodgers contract is up for auction, and it’s a gem
Published September 11, 2019 at 3:35 PM
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