One of the unsung heroes in Dodgers history has passed away. Longtime scout Mel Didier has died at age 90.
Sad to report that Mel Didier, beloved Toronto #BlueJays scout,has passed away at 90, according to his wife, Elana. What a beautiful life.
— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) September 11, 2017
I was honored to know and work with my dear friend Mel Didier for nearly 50 years. He took on every scouting assignment with excitement. pic.twitter.com/l5763tNLFp
— Fred Claire (@Fred_Claire) September 11, 2017
Reports surfaced two weeks ago that Didier was not doing well, which prompted this rare tweet from former Dodger Kirk Gibson:
"Padner.