Joe Davis delivered a remarkable tribute to legendary announcer Vin Scully in a dramatic moment during Friday night’s World Series Game 1. As Freddie Freeman launched a walk-off grand slam in the bottom of the 10th inning against the Yankees, capturing a historical victory, Davis, the voice of Fox Sports, echoed Scully’s iconic phrase: “She is… gone!” This call was reminiscent of Scully’s unforgettable announcement when Kirk Gibson hit a famous home run against the A’s in the 1988 World Series.
Freddie Freeman has been facing physical challenges similar to Gibson’s, contending with an ankle injury that has impacted his postseason performance. Despite missing several games during the NLDS and NLCS, Freeman’s resilience shone brightly with a pivotal Game 1 performance, hitting a triple before sealing the night with his dazzling grand slam against Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes. Not only was this moment extraordinary, but it also marked the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history.
The atmosphere was rich with parallels, as both games included the Dodgers and Yankees at Dodger Stadium, offering fans an emotional journey back to classic baseball lore. #FreddieFreeman #VinScully #WorldSeries #BaseballHistory #Dodgers #MLBPlayoffs
