Bob Skinner, former outfielder and first baseman for the Pittsburgh Pirates, passed away at 94 in San Diego. Over his 12-year MLB career, he spent nine seasons with the Pirates, was a two-time All-Star, and played crucial roles in two World Series victories—1960 with the Pirates and 1964 with the Cardinals. After retiring as a player in 1966, he managed the Phillies and served as a hitting coach for the Pirates, contributing to their 1979 World Series win. Pirates owner Bob Butting praised Skinner as a vital part of the team’s history and legacy.
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