Dave Parker, a hard-hitting outfielder who was set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame next month, has died, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced Saturday. He was 74.
No further details about Parker\'s death were immediately available. The Pirates informed the crowd of his death just before the start of their game against the New York Mets and held a moment of silence.
\"We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Dave Parker, a legendary Pirate,\" a portion of Pirates chairman Bob Nutting\'s statement read.
Via ESPN.com