Former All-Star catcher, manager Del Crandall dies at 91
Field Level Media
Former All-Star catcher and major league manager Del Crandall has died. He was 91.
The Milwaukee Brewers, a team Del Crandall managed, announced the death. Crandall's son, Jeff, said his father died Wednesday after a battle with Parkinson's disease and heart disease.
"We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Milwaukee Braves catcher, Brewers manager and broadcaster Del Crandall," the Brewers said on Twitter. "Del spent more than 15 years as a member of the Braves and Brewers franchises. Our condolences go out to his family and loved ones."