MLB fans are devastated by the death of a legendary Boston Red Sox star on Sunday afternoon.
The Rex Sox announced on Sunday, September 6 that former Boston Red Sox manager Joe Morgan has passed away. He was 95 years old.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Red Sox Hall of Famer and former manager Joe Morgan. He was a truly beloved fixture of the Red Sox, spending nearly two decades with the organization. We send our love to the Morgan family,” the Red Sox announced on Sunday afternoon.
Morgan was the manager of the Red Sox from 1988 until 1991. He previously coached for the team from 1985 until 1988.
Morgan is a member of the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame.
MLB fans saddened by his passing
“Nearly two decades with one organization is a lifetime in this sport, and that 1988 Morgan Magic run he sparked is still one of the greatest midseason turnarounds anyone’s ever seen. Sox fans, what’s your favorite Morgan Magic memory from that ’88 stretch? Rest in peace, Joe,” one fan wrote.
“6-2 and even. Don’t get phrases or lines like that any more. RIP Joe!” one fan added.
“I worked in Walpole Mass back in the 80’s and 90’s. Mr Morgan lived in Walpole , he was everywhere . One time I was bartending a wedding at the Italian American Club and Mr Morgan was a guest. I asked him for an autograph. He said sure and opened his sport coat he was wearing, he had a special pocket sewed into his coat with 5”x7” photos of himself . His wife’s idea ! Classic Joe,” one fan added.
“Devastating news. May he RIP,” one fan added.
“I still remember when the Sox pushed him out the door so the could promote Butch Hobson from Pawtucket,” one fan added.
Our thoughts are with his friends and family members.
May he rest in peace.
