Baseball Legend Don Baylor Dies At 68

Baseball fans are mourning the passing of a legend. Don Baylor died after a long battle with multiple myeloma. He was 68-years-old.

The great #DonBaylor in action. He also racked up 2000+ hits 300+ HRs & could steal a base early on. Loved him. https://t.co/ZDxPlI3Pec

— Roger Strukhoff (@IoT2040) August 7, 2017

The 1979 American League Most Valuable Player, who played nineteen seasons for six teams and managed two, died at St. David’s South Hospital in Austin, Texas early Monday morning.

Don Baylor has passed away at the age of 68

– 338 career HR
– 1979 AL MVP (36 HR, 139 RBI)
– 1995 NL Manager of the Year

— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) August 7, 2017

Baylor had the distinct honor of playing in three consecutive World Series with three different teams. In 1986, he was with the Boston Red Sox. In 1987, he played with the Minnesota Twins and in 1988, he returned to the World Series with the Oakland A’s.

Cancer claims another victim. Condolences to the family & friends of 1987 #MNTwins slugger Don Baylor. He was just 68 years old. pic.twitter.com/qQz4QrAQQL

— The Twins Almanac (@TwinsAlmanac) August 7, 2017

After retiring from playing, the slugger, who was a designated hitter and outfielder, became the first manager of Colorado Rockies before going on to manage the Chicago Cubs.

In addition to being a legendary baseball player and manager, Baylor is remembered as a great man who encouraged many young players to get involved with baseball.

Oh no. One of the most fabulous and kind gentlemen who has ever graced a uniform. Rest In Peace, Don Baylor https://t.co/lZGzf3it0X

— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) August 7, 2017

Don Baylor told me " son you're making a lot of people proud you will never know. You're a true joy to watch " #rip #NeverForget

— Dontrelle Willis (@DTrainMLB) August 7, 2017