Bob Boone, World Series champion and member of MLB's first three-generation family, dead at 78
CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Bob Boone’s father, Ray, who played for six teams over his 13-year career from 1948 to 1960 and won a World Series with the Cleveland Indians, was the first member of Major League Baseball's first-ever three-generation baseball family.
Key points
- "Bob followed the example of his father, Ray, a World War II Navy veteran and 13-year big leaguer, and passed along baseball and life lessons to his sons Bret and Aaron during their professional tenures.
- "The Yankees mourn the passing of Bob Boone, who grew up in our sport and spent a lifetime giving back to the game he loved as an exceptional player, respected manager and distinguished executive," the Yankees said in a statement.
- "We honor his impact on our game, and send our thoughts and strength to his family." Boone was a key figure in Major League Baseball’s Player Association during his playing career.
Additional details
- The player community, past and present, owes him an enormous debt of gratitude for his commitment and dedication to the union and its mission." After his playing days, Boone became a manager.
- "Bob was an incredible player, teammate and family man," the Phillies said in a statement.
- Bret Boone, a three-time All-Star, did not offer a cause of death in his X post.
- Bob’s three sons all played at varying levels of professional baseball.
- "He embraced a leadership role in the Players Association early in his career, and earned a reputation as a strong and principled voice in the advancement of player rights in the 1970s and '80s," the MLBPA said in a statement.
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