Mariners Announcer's Perfect Call Recaps Game-Winning Moment
Dave Sims Provides Memorable Commentary
Mariners' Fans Recall Iconic Call
Seattle Mariners announcer Dave Sims delivered a captivating play-by-play call as Cal Raleigh hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning against the San Diego Padres on Friday. The Mariners' thrilling victory was made even more memorable by Sims' vivid and enthusiastic commentary, which has since become a topic of discussion among Mariners fans.
Sims' call has been praised for its accuracy and its ability to capture the excitement of the moment. He described the pitch as a "fastball right down the middle" and Raleigh's swing as "a mighty blow." The call culminated with Sims exclaiming, "It's a walk-off!" in a moment of pure exhilaration.
Many Mariners fans of a certain age are able to recite the entire call of The Double from memory, a famous walk-off home run by Edgar Martinez in the 1995 ALDS. Sims' call of Raleigh's walk-off has the potential to become equally iconic, showcasing the power of sports commentary to create lasting memories.
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