69 years to the day of his MLB debut, the legendary Yankees Yogi Berra has passed away of natural causes.
At only 5'7, Yogi was one of the most beloved baseball players of all time. The legendary three-time MVP Yankees catcher appeared in an astounding 14 World Series, including 10 World Series championships (both of which are records). Noted as the best catcher in the history of the sport, this man has inspired generations of young men and women to never give up on their dreams.
While Yogi made his fame thanks to baseball, not many people know that he bravely served in WWII. He was aboard the USS Bayfield for D-Day during the invasion of Nazi-occupied France. It just goes to show you that they certainly don't make celebrities like they used to anymore!
After he retired from playing, he went on to be a manager and coach. Over the years, he was awarded countless honors and continued to gain prestige that would forever go untainted as both a philanthropist and as a hall-of-famer.
With his famous "Yogisms," like "It ain't over til it's over," or "When you come to a fork in the road, take it," — this one man managed to win the hearts of his country and even the world. His energy and passion for the great American sport, and his overall hilarious approach to life will always make him someone that any of us should aspire to emulate.
While Yogi's time in this world is "over," we're sure he's up there now, playing once again with the greats. To the legendary Yankees catcher #8: You will be sorely missed.
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