Key takeaways:
- The Orioles and Robinson’s family released a joint statement expressing their sadness at the news.
- Robinson was born in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1937 and was signed by the Orioles in 1955.
- Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1983 and his number 5 jersey was retired by the Orioles in 1977.
The Baltimore Orioles and the Robinson family have announced the passing of Brooks Robinson, an 18-time All-Star and legendary third baseman who played for the Orioles for all of his 23 seasons in Major League Baseball.
The Orioles and Robinson’s family released a joint statement expressing their sadness at the news and noting that Robinson was “an integral part of our Orioles Family since 1955.” The statement further noted that Robinson “will continue to leave a lasting impact on our club, our community, and the sport of baseball.”
Robinson was born in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1937 and was signed by the Orioles in 1955. He went on to become one of the most decorated players in the history of the game, winning 16 consecutive Gold Glove Awards and making 18 All-Star appearances. He was also named the Most Valuable Player of the 1970 World Series.
Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1983 and his number 5 jersey was retired by the Orioles in 1977. He was also honored with a statue outside of Camden Yards in 2011.
The cause of death was not disclosed. Robinson is survived by his wife, three children, and six grandchildren. He will be remembered as one of the greatest players in Orioles history and a beloved figure in the Baltimore community.
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