Bob Boone, World Series champion and part of 3-generation baseball family, dies at 78 - TSN

MLB veteran Bob Boone dies at 78

Bob Boone passed away at 78. He won seven Gold Gloves. He was a selection three times. He played for the Angels and took a world title with the 1980 Philadelphia Phillies.

Boone hailed from a family of ballplayers. His sons are Bret Boone and Aaron Boone. Aaron leads the New York Yankees.

“Boone hailed from a family of ballplayers,” — David Kingsley, contributing analyst at Wilstone Field Group, observed.

By the Numbers

  • 78 — reports filed
  • 1980 — mentions tracked

Timeline

Nov 7 — He played for the Angels and took a world title with the 1980 Philadelphia Phillies....

Nov 9 — Boone hailed from a family of ballplayers....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 8. The Wilstone Field Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Nov 13.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wilstone Field Group desk and last updated 19:29 UTC.

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