A NEW York Mets legend has died after a long illness.
Ron Taylor, affectionately known as Dr. Baseball, died on Monday in Toronto.
APRon Taylor (top row second from left) has died after a lengthy illness[/caption] GettyTaylor was a member of the famous 1969 New York Mets[/caption]Taylor debuted in 1962 with the Cleveland Indians before ending up on the St. Louis Cardinals in 1963.
He won the World Series with the team in 1964.
However, most know Taylor for his time with the Mets from 1967 to 1971.
He was part of the famous 1969 Miracle Mets World Series run, the first in team history.
Taylor had 59 appearances and 13 saves in that season. He earned a 9–4 record and pitched to a 2.72 ERA.
“Ron was the only guy on our staff with postseason experience,” Art Shamsky, another member of the 1969 Mets, said in a statement.
“He had won a championship with the Cardinals in 1964 and brought a winning mentality.
“We don’t win the title without Ron Taylor.”
After his retirement in 1972, Taylor went on to become the team physician for the Toronto Blue Jays.
He served in that role for three decades before his death.
“The Toronto Blue Jays are saddened to learn of the passing of long-time team doctor and former Major League Baseball player, Ron Taylor,” the team said in a statement.
“Known to many as Dr. Baseball, the Toronto native won four World Series Championships during his illustrious career, including two with the Blue Jays in 1992 and 1993.
“His impact on the game, in the community, and on our organization will be remembered forever.
“Our thoughts are with his loved ones.”
Taylor finished his career with a 3.93 ERA across 800 innings pitched.
He won 45 games with four different teams in his career.
Taylor spent time with the Indians, Cardinals, Mets, Astros, and Padres.
His longest tenure was with the Mets.
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