ESPN legend Dick Vitale posted this on Twitter Thursday morning just hours before the draft:
“Rec’d some bad news, but when I realize it is minor to what some face daily I will fight to recover. Dr Zeitels acclaimed vocal cord surgeon has informed me my past issues on my vocal cords have returned.I must have 2 surgeries this summer-1st July 11 need ur [prayers]”
Vitale called this “frustrating.” It must be, on a professional and personal basis. Vitale has had an amazingly long career. This year will make 45 seasons with ESPN. Who does that?