Phil Regan, ex-MLB pitcher and longtime coach, dies at age 89
Phil Regan, the former MLB All-Star pitcher and veteran coach known as 'The Vulture,' has died at age 89.
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Phil Regan, a longtime figure in Major League Baseball, has died at the age of 89. His career spanned roles as both a professional pitcher and a coach.
Coverage from MLB.com, the New York Post, WOODTV.com, Yahoo Sports, and ESPN highlights his tenure as a pitching coach and his playing career. Outlets noted that he was nicknamed 'The Vulture' by Sandy Koufax.
Specific details regarding the cause of death or memorial arrangements are not mentioned in current reports. Future updates will depend on official announcements from his family or the organizations with which he was affiliated.
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Quick answers
How old was Phil Regan at the time of his death?
Phil Regan was 89 years old.
What nickname was Phil Regan known by?
He was nicknamed 'The Vulture,' a moniker attributed to Sandy Koufax.
What professional roles did Regan hold?
He was a former MLB All-Star pitcher and a longtime coach, including serving as a pitching coach for the Mets.
Coverage (5)
- Former All-Star pitcher, longtime coach Regan dies at 89 MLB.com · 46d ago
- Former Mets pitching coach, ex-MLBer Phil Regan dead at 89 New York Post · 46d ago
- West Michigan native and longtime MLB coach dies at 89 WOODTV.com · 46d ago
- Phil Regan, former MLB pitcher dubbed 'The Vulture' by Sandy Koufax and a longtime coach, dies at 89 Yahoo Sports · 46d ago
- Phil Regan, ex-MLB pitcher and longtime coach, dies at age 89 ESPN · 46d ago
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