Three-time World Series champion Sal Bando has died at age 78.
In a statement released through the Oakland Athletics, Bando's family announced he died Friday after having cancer for five-plus years.
Oakland A'sA statement from the Bando family. <a href="https://t.co/vAi9wYdwjF">pic.twitter.com/vAi9wYdwjF</a>
The Milwaukee Brewers, who Bando played with for five seasons, offered their condolences to his family, friends and fans:
Milwaukee BrewersThe Brewers mourn the passing of former third baseman, general manager and 2014 Wall of Honor inductee Sal Bando. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Sal's family, friends and fans.