Bob Boone, MLB All-Star and father of Yankees manager, dead at 78

Source: New York Post

Bob Boone, the father of Yankees manager Aaron Boone and three-time All-Star Bret Boone, died at the age of 78, Bret confirmed Tuesday morning. Like his sons, Bob enjoyed a strong career in the majors that earned him four All-Star nods before spending six seasons managing. The former catcher debuted with the Phillies in 1972 after being selected by the franchise in the sixth round of the 1969 MLB Draft and ultimately spent 19 years in the majors.