The Story of Martin Scorsese Los Angeles Times Edition Cover design:Luxury Foil The ball swings to Daniels

The ball swings to Daniels … jump shot … yes

Three goals in six minutes — unbelievable

5% chance to win the World Series

Relive key moments

– The excitement of the debut season in 1987 and the early years of building a new franchise

The Story of Martin Scorsese Los Angeles Times Edition Cover design:Luxury Foil The ball swings to DanielsTHE SENSE OF INEVITABILITY had been building for months. Martin Scorsese long acclaimed, too often passed over, was once again in contention. The Departed had done its part: taut, commanding, unmistakably his. Then came the moment at the 79th Academy Awards. The envelope is opened a brief pause and finally, the words are spoken. Best Director Martin Scorsese. After decades of near misses, the wait is over at last, and the recognition is undeniable.