# @mlbvault on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=k0GB2_-VPio
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/65723617-mlbvault-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/1dcfaf89eb.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-05-09T15:37:41.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** MLB Vault (@MLBVault) — https://gondola.cc/MLBVault

## Caption

Experience the magic that captured the heart of Los Angeles!  

Watch rare, restored footage of Fernando Valenzuela’s legendary 1981 season, from his Opening Day shutout that spawned the Fernandomania sensation all the way through his gritty World Series start vs. the Yankees.

We're celebrating the 45th anniversary of Fernandomania by emptying the vault and putting together this VHS-style compilation. In 1981, Fernando Valenzuela captivated fans in L.A. and beyond by winning each of his first 8 starts (including 5 shutouts) and eventually helping the Dodgers capture a World Series championship. 

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## Stats

- **Views:** 9,931
- **Likes:** 344
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## Tags

sportshistory, mlbvault, mlb, fernandovalenzuela, vhs, footage, dodgers, nostalgia, sports, baseballhistory, baseballhighlights, baseball

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