Garret Anderson, Angels Legend, Passes Away

0:00On April 18th, Garrett Anderson, the Los Angeles Angels all-time hits leader and key player in their only World Series win, has passed away at age 53. The team announced his death on Friday morning without sharing the cause or location right away. Anderson broke into the majors with the Angels back in 1994 and stayed loyal through 2008, anchoring their lineup as a left-fielder. He piled up franchise records and hits at 2,368, games played, RBI's, and more during his 15 seasons there. In 2002, he hit 306 with 123 RBI's to help the Angels snag the wildcard and storm to that championship, stealing it with a huge three-run double in game 7 against the Giants. The Angels family is hit hard, with owner Arte Marano calling him a cornerstone of their success and a model of class and loyalty. Manager Kurt Suzuki praised his no-flash professionalism, saying he's the exact guy you'd want kids to emulate on the field.

1:01Fans cherished his steady presence that defined an era of winning. The team plans to wear a patch with his initials all season and held a moment of silence before their game against the Padres, where both squads, watched career highlights on the big screen. Anderson wrapped his 17-year big league run with Stens in Atlanta and L.A. Then joined the Angels broadcast team after his hall of fame, induction in 2016. Born in Los Angeles in 1972, he leaves behind his wife Teresa, daughters Brienne and Bailey, and son Garrett III. His legacy as the quiet force behind Halo Glory will echo through Angel Stadium for generations. MLB News today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on the diamond. I'm Corey with the story.