The Angels are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Angels Hall of Famer Garret Anderson

​”The Angels Organization is mourning the loss of one of our franchise’s most beloved icons, Garret Anderson,” said Angels Owner Arte Moreno. “Garret was a cornerstone of our organization throughout his 15 seasons and his stoic presence in the outfield and our clubhouse elevated the Angels into an era of continued success, highlighted by the 2002 World Series Championship. Garret will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class, and loyalty throughout his career and beyond. His admiration and respect for the game was immeasurable.” 

Anderson was originally drafted by the Angels in the fourth round of the 1990 Draft out of John F. Kennedy High School in Granada Hills, CA. Anderson would make his Major League debut on July 27, 1994 vs. Oakland before going on to become one of the most productive players in franchise history. He spent 15 of his 17 Major League seasons playing for the Angels and was inducted into the Club’s Hall of Fame on August 20, 2016. 

A two-time Silver Slugger recipient, three-time All-Star, and four-time AngelsTeam MVP, “GA” remains atop the franchise all-time list in several offensive categories including games (2,013), at-bats (7,989), hits (2,368), total bases (3,743), extra-base hits (796), doubles (489) and RBI (1,292). A key piece in the Club’s 2002 title run, Angels fans will long remember his bases-clearing, three-run double in Game Seven of the 2002 World Series. 

The Angels have plans to honor Anderson for the remainder of the season by wearing a memorial patch on their jerseys, beginning this homestand.