Al 'The Bull' Ferrara, Former Dodgers Outfielder, Passes Away at 84
Ferrara, a two-time World Series champion, was a beloved figure both on and off the field.
- Al Ferrara, known as 'The Bull', was a key player for the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 1960s, contributing to World Series victories in 1963 and 1965.
- Ferrara was named the Dodgers' MVP in 1967, recognized for his impressive performance with a .277 batting average and 16 home runs.
- After being selected by the San Diego Padres in the 1968 expansion draft, Ferrara played two seasons with the team before retiring in 1971.
- Beyond baseball, Ferrara was a classically trained pianist and appeared in television shows like 'Gilligan's Island' and 'Batman'.
- Ferrara continued to support the Dodgers as an alumni ambassador from 2009, actively participating in community events until his passing.