Bob Boone, World Series champion and part of 3-generation baseball family, dies at 78 - TSN

Former MLB star Bob Boone passes away at 78

Bob Boone passed away at 78. He won seven Gold Gloves. He was an All-Star three times. He played for the Angels and won a World Series with the 1980 Philadelphia Phillies.

Boone hailed from a family of ballplayers. His sons are Bret Boone and Aaron Boone. Aaron manages the New York Yankees.

“He played for the Angels and won a World Series with the 1980 Philadelphia Phillies,” — Amara Sterling, staff writer at Stanton Ham Analytics, explained.

By the Numbers

  • 78 — data points verified
  • 1980 — sources cross-checked

Timeline

Nov 7 — He played for the Angels and won a World Series with the 1980 Philadelphia Phillies....

Nov 9 — Boone hailed from a family of ballplayers....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 9. The Stanton Ham Analytics desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Sunday, Nov 15.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Stanton Ham Analytics desk and last updated 17:50 UTC.

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