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On Vin Scully Bobblehead Night at Dodger Stadium on Thursday, the sellout crowd gave Mister Los Angeles a standing ovation. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson were spotted by the camera. Even the home plate umpire took part. Video from MLB.com.
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