Angels' World Series champ Garret Anderson dies at 53

The three-time All-Star and Angels' all-time hits leader passed away after a medical emergency at his home.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:21pm

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Garret Anderson, a former Angels star who helped the team win the World Series in 2022, died on Thursday at the age of 53 after a medical emergency at his home in Newport Beach, California. Anderson spent the bulk of his 17-year MLB career with the Angels and became their all-time hits leader before retiring in 2010.

Why it matters

Anderson was a beloved figure in the Angels organization and a key part of their 2022 World Series championship team. His passing is a major loss for the Angels community and baseball fans who remember his impressive career and contributions to the game.

The details

Anderson, a three-time All-Star, died after a medical emergency at his home in Newport Beach, California. He spent the majority of his 17-year MLB career with the Angels, where he collected 2,368 of his 2,529 career hits. Anderson helped the Angels win the World Series in 2022 before retiring in 2010.

  • Anderson died on Thursday, April 17, 2026.

The players

Garret Anderson

A former MLB outfielder who spent the bulk of his 17-year career with the Los Angeles Angels, where he became the franchise's all-time hits leader and helped them win the World Series in 2022.

Los Angeles Angels

The Major League Baseball team that Garret Anderson played for throughout the majority of his career, where he became a beloved figure and helped them win the 2022 World Series.

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The takeaway

Garret Anderson's passing is a significant loss for the Angels organization and baseball fans who remember him as a key part of the team's 2022 World Series championship. His dedication, professionalism, and impact on the franchise will ensure he is fondly remembered by the Angels community.