Overview

• Ed Ott, a key figure in the Pittsburgh Pirates' 1979 World Series win, has died at the age of 72.
• Ott's career with the Pirates spanned seven of his eight years in Major League Baseball, marking him as a significant member of the team.
• Throughout his MLB career, Ott was celebrated for his leadership on and off the field, contributing significantly to the Pirates' championship team.
• After retiring from playing, Ott continued to impact baseball as a coach in the minor leagues and with major league teams like the Astros and Tigers.
• The Pirates organization and the baseball community have expressed their condolences, remembering Ott as a beloved member of the Pirates family.