Baseball has lost a legend, with the death of Dave Parker being reported this weekend.
The MLB shared the news of Parker’s demise on Saturday afternoon, disclosing that the two-time World Series winner had passed away after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, only weeks before his Hall of Fame induction.
“We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Dave Parker,” the team posted via X.
Parker was 74.
The former outfielder played 11 of his 19 years in the league with the Pittsburgh Pirates and was honored with a tribute at PNC Park during Pittsburgh’s game against the New York Mets on Saturday.
Dave Parker Enjoyed A Successful Career
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Dave Parker began his professional career with the Pirates in 1973 and immediately established himself as one of the top young stars. A seven-time All-Star, he got his first call-up in 1977 and earned the National League MVP award the following year.
Parker won his first World Series with the team in 1979, repeating the feat 10 years later.
Nicknamed the Cobra, Parker was one of the most prolific players in MLB history and registered totals of 2,712 hits, 339 home runs, and 1,483 RBIs.
He played for the Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, Los Angeles Angels, and Toronto Blue Jays after leaving Pittsburgh.
TPS sympathizes with his family during this difficult time.
May he rest in peace.
