Garret Anderson, Los Angeles Angels Hall of Fame outfielder, dies at 53
Summary
Garret Anderson, a former outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels and the team's all-time leader in many batting records, has died at age 53. He played for the Angels from 1994 to 2008 and was part of their 2002 World Series championship team.Key Facts
- Garret Anderson was the Los Angeles Angels' career leader in hits, games played, RBIs (runs batted in), total bases, doubles, extra-base hits, and grand slams.
- He played mainly as a left fielder for the Angels for 15 seasons.
- Anderson helped lead the Angels to their only World Series title in 2002.
- He was selected as an All-Star player three times (2002, 2003, 2005).
- Anderson retired from Major League Baseball in 2011 after 17 seasons.
- The Angels announced they will wear a memorial patch with Anderson's initials during the current season.
- A moment of silence will be held before an Angels game against the San Diego Padres to honor him.
- The cause and location of his death have not been disclosed.
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