Former baseball champion Garret Anderson has died at the age of 53.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Garret Anderson, a former Major League Baseball outfielder, at the age of 53. The news of his death was shared by the Los Angeles Angels on their social media account, but no further details were given about the cause of his passing. Anderson was a beloved figure in the world of baseball, especially for his time with the Los Angeles Angels.

He played a crucial role in helping the franchise secure their first and only World Series title in 2002. The team expressed their deep sadness over his death and paid tribute to his professionalism, class, and loyalty both on and off the field. Angels owner Arte Moreno released a statement mourning the loss of one of the team's most iconic players.

He described Anderson as a cornerstone of the organization for his 15 seasons with the team and credited him for elevating the Angels to a period of success, culminating in the 2002 championship. In honor of Anderson, the team will be wearing a memorial patch on their jerseys for the remainder of the current season. The patch serves as a reminder of his impact and legacy on the Angels organization.

Anderson's time with the Angels was marked by numerous accomplishments, including being inducted into the Angels Hall of Fame in 2016. He also played for the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers before retiring in 2011. As an Angel, he broke several franchise records and was a three-time All-Star.

He was also recognized as the American League Rookie of the Year runner-up in 1995 and led the league in doubles in 2002 and 2003. He was a Silver Slugger award recipient for both years and made history in 2003 by becoming only the second player, after Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., to win the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game MVP in the same year. Anderson retired with an impressive record of 2,529 hits and 287 home runs.

He is survived by his wife, Teresa, and their children Brianne, Bailey, and Garret 'Trey' Anderson III. The baseball world mourns the loss of this talented player whose impact will be remembered for years to come. In a sad turn of events, Anderson's death comes just days after the passing of former NFL Defensive Tackle Oliver Gibson at the same age.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of both Anderson and Gibson during this difficult time. They will be greatly missed by the sports community.