Legendary Cardinals Player and Broadcaster Mike Shannon Dies at 83

Mike Shannon, a St. Louis native and former MLB player, spent his entire nine-year career with the St. Louis Cardinals and was a member of two World Series champion teams.
After his playing career, Shannon became a fixture in the Cardinals' broadcast booth for 50 years.
Shannon was named Missouri Sportscaster of the Year three times and was inducted into the Missouri Sports and St. Louis Cardinals Halls of Fame.
Shannon was known for his colorful tales in the booth and had a unique connection to Cardinals fans and his teammates.
Shannon had been ill off and on due to long-haul COVID-19, according to reports.