Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame Manager and Player, Dies at 88
Herzog, a versatile outfielder and first baseman, played for eight seasons
Managed the St. Louis Cardinals to the 1982 World Series title
Whitey Herzog, the legendary baseball manager who guided the St. Louis Cardinals to the 1982 World Series championship, has passed away at the age of 88.
During his playing career, Herzog was a versatile outfielder and first baseman who played for eight seasons in the major leagues. He batted .257 with 25 home runs, 172 runs batted in, and 213 runs scored.
Herzog is best known for his managerial career, which spanned 17 seasons. He managed the Cardinals for 11 seasons, leading them to the World Series title in 1982.
Herzog's managerial style was known for its emphasis on small ball and aggressive base running. He managed the Cardinals to five National League East division titles and two National League pennants.
After leaving the Cardinals, Herzog managed the California Angels and the Kansas City Royals. He also served as the general manager of the Angels and the Royals.
Herzog was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2010. He is widely considered one of the greatest managers in baseball history.
Herzog's death is a great loss to the baseball world. He was a true pioneer of the game and a beloved figure in the St. Louis community.
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