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Jay Johnstone, 2-Time World Series Champion, Dies from COVID-19 Complications

Former Major League Baseball outfielder Jay Johnstone died Saturday at the age of 74.

His daughter, Mary Jayne Sarah Johnstone, confirmed the news, per the Associated Press (h/t ESPN). Johnstone suffered from dementia and died of complications stemming from COVID-19.

"COVID was the one thing he couldn't fight," his daughter said. "It's really kind of shocking."

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Dodgers are saddened by the passing of former Dodger Jay Johnstone and offer their deepest condolences to his family and friends. https://t.co/DePWvZX0le

Johnstone played from 1966 through 1985 for the California Angels, Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs.