Garret Anderson: Angels' Heartbeat, All-Star Hero

0:00Garrett Anderson, the quiet powerhouse for the Angels, passed away from a heart attack at age 53. He was the hero of their 2002 World Series win, smashing that Game 7-3 run double to seal the only title in franchise history. Over 17 seasons, mostly with the Angels, he set team records in games played at 2013, hits at 2300, 68, and RBIs at a 1492. The guy was a model of consistency, playing at least 140 games in 11 seasons without chasing the spotlight. teammates called him a calming force in the clubhouse, smart and steady, even if some fans booed his laid back style early on. Beatrider saw him as a lunch-pale superstar who made elite play look easy, and he earned respect with his rye humor and loyalty. Born in Los Angeles in 1972, Anderson starred in high school, got drafted by the Angels in 1990 and debuted in 1994. He hit his peak with all-star MVP honors in 2003, made the Angels Hall of Fame in 2016, and later worked as a TV analyst.

1:07The Angels are honoring him with a memorial patch all season, a moment of silence, and tribute video at their next home game. He'll live on as the heartbeat of that championship era, steady as ever. California News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters.