NEW YORK – Brooks Robinson, the legendary third baseman and Hall of Famer affectionately known as “Mr. Oriole” for having spent his entire 23-year Major League career in Baltimore, he has died at the age of 86.
“All of us at Major League Baseball are saddened by the passing of Brooks Robinson, one of the greats of our National Pastime and a legend of the Baltimore Orioles,” MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said in a statement. “Brooks stood out as one of the best defensive players who ever lived. He was a two-time World Series champion, American League MVP in 1964 and winner of 16 consecutive Gold Gloves at third base. He was a model of excellence, durability, loyalty and winning baseball for the Orioles. Following his playing career, he continued to contribute to the game by working with the MLB Players Alumni Association.
“I will always remember Brooks as a true gentleman who represented our game extraordinarily well on and off the field his entire life. On behalf of Major League Baseball, I send my deepest condolences to Brooks’ family, his many friends throughout our game, and Orioles fans everywhere.”
The Orioles issued a statement on behalf of the team and Robinson’s family: “We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Brooks Robinson. An integral part of our Orioles Family since 1955, he will continue to leave a lasting impact on our club, our community and the sport of baseball.”
Nicknamed “The Human Vacuum Cleaner” for his exceptional defense at the hot corner, Robinson won 16 Gold Glove awards, the most by any non-pitcher in baseball history and tied for second most for any player, along with pitcher Jim Kaat. Only Greg Maddux (18) won more.
Robinson was an 18-time All-Star, winner of the American League MVP award in 1964 and two-time World Series champion (1966 and 1970), as well as MVP of the Fall Classic in 1970. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Baseball in 1983, becoming the first third baseman chosen in his first year of eligibility.
2023-09-26 23:26:49
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