Garret Anderson dies at 53: Angels outfielder was three-time MLB All-Star, 2002 World Series champ

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Former major-league outfielder Garret Anderson has died at the age of 53, the Los Angeles Angels announced on Friday. He was a three-time MLB All-Star, recorded more than 2,500 hits and helped the Angels win the 2002 World Series.

"The Angels organization is mourning the loss of one of our franchise's most beloved icons, Garret Anderson," Angels owner Arte Moreno said in a statement released by the club. "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.

"Garret will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class, and loyalty throughout his career and beyond. His admiration and respect for the game was immeasurable. We extend our deepest condolences to Garret's wife Teresa, daughters Brianne and Bailey, son Garret 'Trey' Anderson III, and his entire family."

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Angels Hall of Famer Garret Anderson.

Garret will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class, and loyalty throughout his career and beyond.

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— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) April 17, 2026

A native of Los Angeles and a former fourth-round pick out of John F. Kennedy High School in Granada Hills, Calif., Anderson spent 15 of his 17 MLB seasons with the Angels. He hinted at his promise in 1995, when he batted .321 for the Angels in 106 games and finished runner-up in the American League Rookie of the Year balloting.