Former Cubs outfielder Larry Biittner has passed away

Photo by Ron Vesely/Getty ImagesThe Cubs announced the passing of outfielder Larry Biittner on their official Twitter account this afternoon. He was 75 years old.

We mourn the loss of Larry Biittner, who spent 5 years in the #Cubs organization during a 14-year MLB career.

Sending love to Larry's family and friends. pic.twitter.com/LeT2OMTaKb

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) January 2, 2022 The Cubs acquired Biittner from the Montreal Expos May 17, 1976, along with pitcher Steve Renko, for Andre Thornton. This wasn’t a good deal for the Cubs, as Thornton went on to a fine career, mostly with Cleveland.

But Biittner did have his moments in a Cubs uniform. In 1977, as the more-or-less regular left fielder…