{"id":775,"date":"2026-05-23T03:31:51","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T02:31:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breakingnews.drinkfood.info\/?p=775"},"modified":"2026-05-23T03:31:51","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T02:31:51","slug":"breaking-news-vin-scullys-family-rejects-memorial-statue-decides-to-donate-1-1-million-to-open-baseball-center-for-underprivileged-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breakingnews.drinkfood.info\/?p=775","title":{"rendered":"BREAKING NEWS: Vin Scully\u2019s Family Rejects Memorial Statue, Decides to Donate $1.1 Million to Open Baseball Center for Underprivileged Children&#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"post-12983\" class=\"post-12983 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized\">\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>Los Angeles, CA \u2013 An emotional decision has stirred the American baseball community: the family of legendary Vin Scully has officially rejected the erection of a memorial statue outside Dodger Stadium, a $1.1 million project approved by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Instead, the money will be used to open a baseball center for underprivileged children, fulfilling Scully\u2019s lifelong wish.<\/p>\n<p>Vin Scully, who was associated with the Dodgers for 67 legendary years, was known as the \u201cimmortal voice of American baseball\u201d \u2013 recounting thousands of classic moments in MLB history with a voice described as \u201cthe sound of an American summer.\u201d Despite being offered a statue to commemorate his invaluable talent and contributions, the Scully family decided that his true legacy should be used to inspire the younger generation, not to display his fame.<\/p>\n<p>In an official statement, Scully\u2019s son shared: \u201cOur father always said that baseball is about community, about kids playing, learning, and growing. He would want everything that would go towards a statue to be used to help underprivileged children pursue their baseball dreams, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The new baseball center project will be located near Los Angeles, aiming to provide underprivileged children with access to quality baseball training, equipment, practice fields, and professional coaches. This is a particularly meaningful initiative, continuing Scully\u2019s legacy not only on the radio but also in community development.<\/p>\n<p>Many Dodgers fans and members of the MLB community expressed admiration for this decision. One fan shared on social media: \u201cVin Scully was not only the greatest voice in baseball, but also someone who put community above everything else. His family\u2019s decision is truly commendable.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/miro.medium.com\/1*voJJZZjnDN5t5Y8Br6k9GA.png\" alt=\"Sandra Scully, wife of Vin Scully, passes away | by Rowan Kavner | Dodger  Insider\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the past, the Dodgers approved a $1.1 million statue project to honor Vin Scully \u2013 a man who recounted everything from classic World Series games to unforgettable home runs, uniting millions of fans across decades. The statue of Scully was highly anticipated as an enduring symbol of the Dodgers, but his family emphasized that the statue could not compare to his true impact in changing children\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-6\">\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1952154\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Vin Scully was not only an MLB legend but also an American cultural icon. Throughout his career, he inspired even those who had never set foot on a baseball field, transforming every play, every swing, into vivid, emotional stories. With his family\u2019s decision, that legacy is now being extended to the community, continuing his influence through practical action.<\/p>\n<p>Experts and colleagues who worked with Scully all agree: \u201cVin always thought of baseball as a means of education and inspiration,\u201d a veteran sports journalist remarked. \u201cHe would be delighted to see young children have access to baseball thanks to the initial project funding. This is a great way to keep his legacy alive.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The baseball center for underprivileged children is expected to include: basic skills training classes, advanced coaching, equipment provision, internal tournament organization, and a scholarship program. Additionally, the project plans to collaborate with Dodgers players, former MLB players, and the local community to ensure all children have the opportunity to learn and grow.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a3.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2016%2F0925%2Fr130872_869x489_16%2D9.jpg\" alt=\"Vin Scully's grandchildren surprise him before final broadcast in Los  Angeles - ESPN\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Scully family\u2019s decision to decline a commemorative statue also sparked a broader debate within MLB about how to honor legends. Is a statue the best way to commemorate a legacy, or is creating a direct impact on the community the most authentic testament? In Scully\u2019s case, the answer seems clear: true impact is what you leave behind, not just on the field or a statue.<\/p>\n<p>With this decision, Vin Scully\u2019s legacy will continue to live on in every pitch, hit, and smile of the children at the baseball center, reminding the world that greatness isn\u2019t just about titles or monuments, but about the ability to change the lives of others.<\/p>\n<p>Vin Scully, the Dodgers legend and immortal voice of American baseball, once again proved that love of baseball and compassion transcend all forms of honor, and his legacy will live on in the younger generation, through every ball, every pitch, and every smile of the children touched by his passion for baseball.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-5\">\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1950725\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-tags\"><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"author-box clear\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Los Angeles, CA \u2013 An emotional decision has stirred the American baseball community: the family of legendary Vin Scully has officially rejected the erection of a memorial&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":776,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-775","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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