Summary
Tom Nieto, a former Major League Baseball catcher who played for teams like the Minnesota Twins and the St. Louis Cardinals, died at age 65. His sister announced on social media that he passed away due to a heart attack. Nieto was part of two World Series teams and later became a coach after his playing career.
Key Facts
- Tom Nieto played Major League Baseball for seven seasons.
- He was a part of the Minnesota Twins team that won the World Series in 1987.
- Nieto also played in the World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1985.
- He was drafted in the third round of the 1981 MLB Draft.
- Nieto transitioned to a coaching career after retiring from playing in 1991.
- He served as a first base coach and catching instructor for the New York Mets.
- Nieto managed several minor league teams affiliated with MLB.
