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Phil Garner, former Tigers manager, dies at 76
TL;DR
Phil Garner, former manager of the Detroit Tigers, has passed away at the age of 76. His death was announced by the Milwaukee Brewers, stating he died on Saturday.
Manager Phil Garner watches as the Tigers play the Orioles on April 9, 2000.
Phil Garner, who managed the Tigers for two-plus seasons in the early 2000s, including when the ballclub moved into Comerica Park, has died.
The Milwaukee Brewers announced Garner's death Sunday. They said he died Saturday. He was 76.
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Garner managed 15 seasons in the major leagues, including with the Brewers (1992-99), Tigers (2000-02) and Houston Astros (2004-07). He led the Astros to the franchise's first World Series appearance, in 2005.
He had a career managerial record of 985-1,054, including 145-185 with the Tigers.
Garner, an infielder who had the nickname "Scrap Iron" for his gritty style of play, played in the major leagues from 1973-89, winning a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1979.
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This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Phil Garner, former Detroit Tigers manager, dies at 76
Q&A
What were Phil Garner's contributions to the Detroit Tigers?
Phil Garner managed the Detroit Tigers for over two seasons in the early 2000s, including during their transition to Comerica Park.
When did Phil Garner die and what was his age?
Phil Garner died on Saturday at the age of 76, as announced by the Milwaukee Brewers.
