Bob Boone, a former Major League Baseball player and father of New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone, has died at the age of 78. His death was confirmed Tuesday morning by his son, Bret Boone, who is also a former MLB player and a three-time All-Star.
Bob Boone had a distinguished career as a catcher, playing from 1972 to 1990 for the Philadelphia Phillies, California Angels, and Kansas City Royals. He was a four-time Gold Glove winner and a two-time All-Star during his playing days.