Vin Scully Memorial Press Box and memorabilia museum to be dedicated at Fordham
Fordham's tributes to alum Vin Scully continue, including a press box renaming, a ring of honor, and a memorabilia museum.
Fordham's tributes to alum Vin Scully continue, including a press box renaming, a ring of honor, and a memorabilia museum.
McNab had been the primary TV analyst for the Colorado Avalanche since their first season in Denver in 1995-96.
Tjarks had been battling a rare sarcoma since 2021, and had written about that for The Ringer.
Dawson was a huge figure for the Chiefs, and also a key national figure with his Inside The NFL work in particular.
Scully called all sorts of historic moments over the years, from Don Larsen to Bill Buckner to Kirk Gibson and beyond.
"Richard's writing in particular is a combination of what makes all the best people in this business. It’s informative, well-reported and entertaining. And his television and podcast work has made him a breath of fresh air in a business where some can get stale."
A star-studded group paid tribute to Somers Monday.
Matte's playing career spanned Ohio State and the Baltimore Colts, and his broadcasting career included a national stint with CBS and local roles with Maryland, with the CFL's Baltimore Stallions, and with the Baltimore Ravens.
"Ernie, you know I love you, you know we love you. Condolences to you and your family. And whatever you need from us, you know I'm going to be there for the rest of my life."
McCants played for Alabama in college and Tampa Bay, Houston, and Arizona in the NFL.
Miller had been battling cancer and leukemia. He wrote in July that "I never dreamed that a guy who writes stories about race drivers could impact people’s lives and instill so much passion. I’ve had the greatest life anyone can imagine, and I’ve been lucky enough to share it with the fans."
Cook passed away suddenly at 50 Thursday.
"Kurt never put the spotlight on himself, but his work was always admired and appreciated."
Haywood made his mark on a variety of studio properties at ESPN, ABC, and YES.
"27 years later, he's the best thing that ever happened to me professionally."
Causi passed away at 48 last April following complications from COVID-19.
"His passing leaves a giant-sized hole in the CFL Family. Let’s resolve to fill it the way Chris filled his time with us: with passion, positivity and kindness. Let’s all resolve to be bigger people for having known, and loved, the Big Man."
"God bless all of you, and Tim, I love you so much. And I'm the ugliest crier you've ever seen! And Messi still is a fraud, I don't care what anyone says!"