Vida Blue, legendary Oakland A's pitcher in the '70s, dies at 73

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Source: Washington Post

Vida Blue, legendary Oakland A’s pitcher in the ’70s, dies at 73

By Cindy Boren
May 7, 2023 at 1:01 p.m. EDT

Vida Blue, the legendary left-handed pitcher who was a key member of the Oakland A’s dynasty of the early 1970s, died Saturday night at the age of 73.

The A’s on Sunday confirmed his death but did not reveal any further details.

“There are few players with a more decorated career than Vida Blue,” the A’s said in a statement. “He was a three-time champion, an MVP, a six-time all-star, a Cy Young Award winner, and an Oakland A’s Hall of Famer. Vida will always be a franchise legend and a friend. We send our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this arduous time.”

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