Garret Anderson, Angels star and hometown World Series hero, is dead at 53

Garret Anderson, a graceful and enduring left fielder who set Los Angeles Angels franchise records for hits, games and runs batted in, died on Friday of natural causes. Anderson, who led the Angels to their only championship in 2002, was 53 years old.“The Angels Organization is mourning the loss of one of our franchise’s most beloved icons, Garret Anderson,” said Angels Owner Arte Moreno. “Garret was a cornerstone of our organization throughout his 15 seasons and his stoic presence in the outfield and our clubhouse elevated the Angels into an era of continued success, highlighted by the 2002 World Series Championship.Advertisement