Manny Mota, the beloved figure in Los Angeles Dodgers history, is recovering from a stroke he suffered recently. At 87, Mota has dedicated over 50 years to the Dodgers as a player, coach, and broadcaster, remaining a significant presence in baseball. He was celebrated for his contributions to the team during the 2023 season with an induction into the Legends of Dodger Baseball. Despite his achievements, Mota humbly dismisses the notion of being a legend, expressing gratitude for his time and experiences with the organization.
When they made the trade with Montreal, Maury (Wills) was the big piece. They threw me in the deal, and that was the only way Montreal could make the deal. So Maury brought me here, and I'm still here. So thank you to Maury and Mr. Campanis. I enjoyed every minute here. Every second, every hour. L.A. is my home away from home. I'm so happy and thrilled to be here for more than half a century.
It surprised me a lot, because I wasn't expecting this. I'm so grateful for the organization doing this. But I don't consider myself a legend. I just consider myself a player who had the opportunity to be here.
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