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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.

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