Sal Bando, the captain of the Athletics’ dynasty that won back-to-back-to-back World Series championships in the 1970s, died on Friday night.
Sal Bando, the captain of the Athletics’ dynasty that won back-to-back-to-back World Series championships in the 1970s, died on Friday night after a battle with cancer. He was 78.
The former third baseman was a four-time All-Star who also played with the Brewers and Royals before serving as Milwaukee’s general manager from 1991-1999. “It is with a heavy heart, the Bando family is sad to announce the passing of its beloved husband and father, Sal, who last night lost his battle with cancer that began over five years ago,” the Bando family said in a statement on Saturday. “Sandy, Sal’s wife of 54 years, and sons Sal Jr., Sonny and Stef, send their love to family, friends and fans who mourn the loss of a humble and faithful man.”
A’s manager Bob Melvin, left, shakes hands with Sal Bando on the field prior to a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at the Oakland Alameda Coliseum on May 26, 2018 in Oakland, California.Bando was a career .254 hitter who recorded 242 home runs and 1,039 RBIs during his 16 seasons in the major leagues from 1966-1981.
His most impactful years came in an Athletics uniform during the Swingin’ A’s era between 1971-1975 that included three straight World Series titles and two other trips to the ALCS. During that stretch, Bando finished second in MVP voting in 1971, fourth in 1973 and third in 1974.Sal Bando heads toward the plate during the 1973 World Series against the Mets.
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