After his 18-year major league career, Eddie Yost died on Tuesday, at the age of 86.
Yost, also referred to as "The Walking Man," was known for his penchant for drawing bases on balls during baseball games. According to the Associated Press, the Boston Red Sox announced their team member's death early that morning in Weston, Mass.
After playing for the Red Sox, Yost settled down to become a third base coach for the team, as well as for the New York Mets and the Washington Senators.
The dedicated Red Sox player started out as a third baseman from 1944-62, drawing 1,614 walks, which still ranks as no. 11 in records.
The Walking Man spent his first 14 seasons with the original Senators and received All-Star honors in 1952. He also played for the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels.
The Associated Press confirmed that Yost led the AL six times in walks. He made a career high record of 151 in 1956 and an on-base percentage twice.
His on-base percentage rose to an impressive .394 as he batted .254 with 139 home runs and 683 RBIs.
Yost left behind two daughters, Felita and Alexis and son Mike.
The cause of his death is still unknown.
