Former MLB outfielder and coach Merv Rettenmund dies at 81

Merv Rettenmund, an outfielder who won two World Series and played 13 seasons in Major League Baseball, has died at age 81. He passed away from cancer at his home in San Diego. Rettenmund was known for his time with the Baltimore Orioles, contributing to their success in the early 1970s. He also played for the Cincinnati Reds, San Diego Padres, and California Angels before retiring in 1980. After his playing career, Rettenmund became a hitting coach for several teams, including the Texas Rangers and Oakland Athletics. His contributions to baseball were recognized by many in the sport.