This week, the world of Major League Baseball lost an absolute legend in the sport as former Oakland Athletics pitcher Vida Blue has died at the age of 73 years old.
The Oakland A’s announced the tragic death of the six-time All-Star and former MVP and six-time All-Star with a statement on social media on Sunday morning.
“There are few players with a more decorated career than Vida Blue. He was a three-time champion, an MVP, a six-time All-Star, a Cy Young Award winner, and an Oakland A’s Hall of Famer. Vida will always be a franchise legend and a friend. We send our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this arduous time,” the Athletics said in a statement.
Vida Blue had a long and successful Major League Baseball career, pitching his first big-league game in 1969 and ultimately retiring following the 1986 season. During his time in the league, he helped lead the Athletics to three consecutive World Series victories in 1972, 1973, and 1974. He was also a six-time All-Star and won the American League MVP and the Cy Young award during the 1971 season.
He clearly meant a lot to the sport, and the Major League Baseball world mourned his passing on social media.
He was an absolute legend in the sport and it’s safe to say he will be greatly missed.
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