WASHINGTON – Paul Blair, an Orioles hall of famer, has passed away. He was 69.
He died in Pikesville, Md. on Thursday, Dec. 26 while Blair was bowling, WBAL reports.
Blair, an eight-time Golden Glove winner, was an Orioles center fielder from 1964 to 1976. WBAL reports he was with the team when they won two World Series and is known as one of the best defensive players in baseball history.
Blair’s grandson, Paul Blair IV, tweeted out:
R.I.P Grandpa
— Paul Blair IV (@DJCartierJ) December 27, 2013
@ScottMCarberry @JamiefromABC2 @ABC2NEWS that it is keep me and my family in your prayers please
— Paul Blair IV (@DJCartierJ) December 27, 2013
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