Dodgers World Series Champion Doug Camilli Dies at 89

Camilli, a 9-year MLB veteran, won the 1963 World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 7:51pm

Doug Camilli, a former Los Angeles Dodgers player who won the 1963 World Series with the team, has died at the age of 89 in Vero Beach, Florida. Camilli, the son of former Brooklyn Dodgers MVP Dolph Camilli, played nine seasons in Major League Baseball.

Why it matters

Camilli's passing marks the end of an era for the Dodgers franchise, as he was part of the team's championship squad during a pivotal period in the organization's history. His death also highlights the continued loss of baseball's elder statesmen, as the sport mourns the passing of another veteran player.

The details

Camilli, who married a native of Vero Beach, the Dodgers' spring training home from 1948-2008, died on March 17 in the Florida city. He is survived by his family, though details on his cause of death were not provided.

  • Camilli played nine seasons in Major League Baseball.
  • Camilli won the 1963 World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • Camilli died on March 17, 2026 in Vero Beach, Florida at the age of 89.

The players

Doug Camilli

A former Los Angeles Dodgers player who won the 1963 World Series with the team. He played nine seasons in Major League Baseball.

Dolph Camilli

Doug Camilli's father, who was a former MVP with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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The takeaway

Camilli's death marks the passing of another link to the Dodgers' storied past, as the organization and baseball fans mourn the loss of a player who contributed to one of the team's championship seasons.