
Former Toronto Blue Jays Reliever Duane Ward Dies at 62
Duane Ward, a key reliever on the Toronto Blue Jays' back‑to‑back championship teams, was found dead in his Las Vegas home at age 62 after a celebration in Toronto.
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Duane Ward, a key reliever on the Toronto Blue Jays' back‑to‑back championship teams, was found dead in his Las Vegas home at age 62 after a celebration in Toronto.

Al Holland, a distinguished All‑Star pitcher best known for his role in the Philadelphia Phillies’ 1983 championship run, died on July 4 at the age of 73. His career, marked by stints with several clubs and a reputation for late‑inning dominance, is remembered by teammates, fans, and the baseball community.

The June 5 ceremony at Wyckoff Country Club recognized Howard Herman’s decades‑long contributions to baseball journalism and his mentorship of younger reporters, while also inducting former MLB player Chad Paronto and a distinguished class of local figures.

From a 1902 lopsided victory to the 2022 double‑immaculate feat by the Astros, baseball’s history is filled with extraordinary performances, weather‑induced surprises and milestones that continue to captivate fans.