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Dave Parker Dies: MLB Legend Was 74
Dave Parker Dies: MLB Legend Was 74

Legendary outfielder Dave Parker, who played 19 seasons in the MLB , has died at age 74. The league announced that Parker, who was scheduled to be inducted into the Hall of Fame this month, died on Saturday after living with Parkinson’s disease for years. “Dave Parker was a gifted all-around player whose numerous accomplishments led to his upcoming induction in Cooperstown this summer,” MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said in a statement, per Cleveland.com . “We will remember the Cobra forever, especially as his name soon officially joins the legends of our National Pastime.” What were some of the accolades Dave Parker earned during his career? Parker, who was named the 1978 National League MVP, earned two World Series championships in his career. He won the first title with the Pirates in 1979, then took another championship with the Oakland Athletics in 1989. The seven-time All-Star also earned multiple National League batting titles, along with three Gold Glove awards and Silver...

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