A Legend's Passing Leaves a Void in Phillies Country The news that Larry Christenson, one of the Philadelphia Phillies' most beloved players from their 1980 World Series winning team, has passed away at 72 is a stark reminder of the fleeting nature of fame and the enduring power of sports to shape our lives.
Christenson died on a fishing trip with family and friends in Washington state.
Christenson spent his entire 11 year major league career with the Phillies, earning a reputation as one of the team's stalwart pitchers during their dynasty years.