
Phil Garner, Gritty 'Scrap Iron' Player and World Series Manager, Passes Away
Phil Garner, a cornerstone of the 1979 "We Are Family" Pirates and the manager who led Houston to its first pennant, has died at 76.
- Garner earned the nickname "Scrap Iron" for his hard-nosed style of play during a 16-year MLB career.
- He transitioned from a three-time All-Star infielder to a successful manager, leading the Astros to the 2005 World Series.
- The Houston Astros confirmed his passing, celebrating his legacy as a player, manager, and community figure.












