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Former Los Angeles Angels all-star outfielder Garret Anderson has died at the age of 56, the team announced in a post shared on its X account.
Anderson spent his first 15 of 17 seasons with the Angels, having been selected to the franchise's Hall of Fame after a career that included a World Series championship in 2002, three All-Star Game appearances (2002, 2003, 2005), which included winning the game's MVP and Home Run Derby championship in 2003, and two Silver Slugger Awards (2002, 2003), before working as a broadcaster for the team since his retirement.
“The Angels organization is mourning the loss of one of our franchise’s most beloved icons, Garret Anderson,” Angels owner Arte Moreno in a statement shared by MLB.com. “Garret was a cornerstone of our organization throughout his 15 seasons and his stoic presence in the outfield and our clubhouse elevated the Angels into an era of continued success, highlighted by the 2002 World Series championship.
"Garret will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class, and loyalty throughout his career and beyond. His admiration and respect for the game was immeasurable. We extend our deepest condolences to Garret’s wife Teresa, daughters Brianne and Bailey, son Garret ‘Trey’ Anderson III, and his entire family.”
Anderson, who spent his final two seasons with the Atlanta Braves (2009) and Los Angeles Dodgers (2010), hit for a career .293 average with 287 home runs, 1,365 RBIs and 2,529 total hits.
The Angels will honor Anderson by wearing a memorial patch on their jerseys beginning with this weekend's homestand against the San Diego Padres.