Jaime Jarrin (on the left and in his earlier days) has been the Spanish voice of Los Angeles Dodgers’ baseball since 1958. His colleague Pepe Yniguez says he’s the “[Latino] Vin Scully.” We couldn’t agree more. In his tenure as the Spanish partisan 405 freeway dweller’s voice, Jarrin has been the median between Latino players and the Dodger’s organization.

When “Fernandomania” hit Los Angeles in the 80’s, Jarrin acted as Fernando Valenzuela’s interpreter, as well as a guide for a young Mexican pitcher who became an instant icon. Today is his 53rd anniversary of his arrival into the United States from Ecuador, and this is his 50th year as a Los Angeles Dodgers sportscaster. Without him, our mom, tias and mom’s friends wouldn’t have been able to share in the marvel that is baseball. Even Tommy Lasorda gave ol “Senor Jarrin” a shout out.

You are a true caballero, and I say, salute a ti mi amigo, y bueno suerte!

Straight up, meng. Suerte, amigo!

Jaime Jarrin links Dodgers to Spanish-speaking audience [LA Times]
Image [MLB Blogs]