Bob Boone Passes Away

Former Phillies catcher Bob Boone has died at the age of 78.

In addition to being a crucial member of the 1980 World Series Championship team, Boone’s accomplishments in a Phillies uniform include three All-Star appearances, two Gold Gloves, and induction into the Phillies Wall of Fame.

Boone played ten seasons with the Phillies, seven with the Angels, and two with the Royals before later managing for both the Royals and the Reds.

He was also a part of the very first three-generation family in baseball history. His father, Ray, played 13 seasons with the Detroit Tigers. His sons, Bret and Aaron, also played in the majors. Bret played for 14 years and Aaron played for 12. Aaron is currently the…