Bob Boone, Phillies World Series champion, dies at 78

Bob Boone, a former catcher for the Philadelphia Phillies and a member of the 1980 World Series championship team, has died at 78. Boone, who is recognized for his remarkable defensive skills, holds the third-most career games played as a catcher in MLB history with 2,225. He earned seven Gold Glove Awards over his 19-season career, playing for the Phillies, California Angels, and Kansas City Royals. Boone was part of the first three-generation family in Major League Baseball, with his sons Bret and Aaron Boone also making it to the majors. His passing was confirmed by former teammates and executives on November 9, with a career that spanned over 70 years in the sport.

• 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies World Series champion, father of Yankees’ Aaron Boone, dies at 78