Dodgers Legend Manny Mota Suffers Stroke

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Los Angeles Dodgers legend Manny Mota suffered a stroke on Monday night, the team announced Tuesday.

Fortunately, the Dodgers said in a statement the longtime coach is currently "in recovery," and "is responsive to commands."

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The 87-year-old is now "resting comfortably," the team added.

Further details regarding the medical emergency were not made immediately available ... though Mota's son, José, told ESPN Deportes his father "never lost consciousness" and "and is currently doing well."

Mota, a former outfielder, played in the MLB from 1962 to 1982 -- logging at-bats for the Dodgers for 13 seasons. During his final years on the diamond, he worked…