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Boston Red Sox Legend 'El Tiante' Luis Tiant Dies at 83

Oct 8, 2024, 02:39 PM

Luis Tiant, the legendary Boston Red Sox pitcher, has died at the age of 83. Tiant's Major League Baseball career spanned 19 years, during which he became one of the most beloved figures in the sport. Known as 'El Tiante,' he made three All-Star teams and won 20 or more games in four different seasons. Tiant also won two ERA titles, one in 1968 for Cleveland and another in 1972 for Boston. He achieved 229 wins and 49 shutouts during his career. He was the first Latino sports superstar in Boston and is remembered for his unique pitching style and charismatic personality. Tiant's contributions to baseball have left a lasting legacy, and he is fondly remembered by fans and former teammates alike.