Former Angels Outfielder Garret Anderson Dies at 53 in Newport Beach
Garret Anderson, a three-time All-Star and Angels Hall of Famer, died on Thursday following a medical emergency at his home. He spent 15 of his 17 MLB seasons with the Angels, where he became the franchise's all-time hits leader. Anderson helped the team win the 2002 World Series.
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Anderson died on Thursday at his home in Newport Beach, Calif.
Following a medical emergency, TMZ reported. He was 53 years old at the time of his death. The Angels announced the passing of Garret Anderson in an X post on Friday.
Career with the
Angels Garret Anderson spent the bulk of his MLB career with the Angels, playing 15 of his 17 major league seasons with the team.
He entered the majors in 1994 as an outfielder and former fourth-round pick. Anderson collected 2,368 hits while with Los Angeles and became the Angels’ all-time hits leader. Garret Anderson helped the Angels win the World Series in 2002.
He finished fourth in American League MVP voting in 2002. Anderson was a three-time All-Star and served as the All-Star MVP and Home Run Derby champion in 2003.
Franchise Records and Later Career Garret
Anderson holds Angels franchise records including 2,013 games played, 3,743 total bases, 796 extra-base hits, 489 doubles, and 1,292 RBIs.
785 OPS. The Angels inducted Garret Anderson into their Hall of Fame in 2016. Garret Anderson left the Angels for the Braves in 2009. He played for the Dodgers in 2010. Anderson served as a television analyst for Angels broadcasts after his playing career.
Story Timeline
6 events- 2026-04-17
The Angels announced the passing of Garret Anderson in an X post.
1 sourceAngels - 2026-04-16
Garret Anderson died at his home in Newport Beach, Calif., following a medical emergency.
1 sourceTMZ - 2016
The Angels inducted Garret Anderson into their Hall of Fame.
1 sourceunattributed - 2010
Garret Anderson played for the Dodgers.
1 sourceunattributed - 2009
Garret Anderson left the Angels for the Braves.
1 sourceunattributed - 2002
Garret Anderson helped the Angels win the World Series.
1 sourceunattributed
Potential Impact
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No direct financial impact on MLB or teams.
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Increased media coverage and fan remembrances in MLB community.
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Potential tribute events or memorials by the Angels organization.
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Possible updates to Angels historical records or exhibits.
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Influence on current players or broadcasts referencing his legacy.
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