Jerry Koosman, 1969 'Miracle Mets' World Series hero, dies at 83

Jerry Koosman, the All-Star left-hander who secured the final out in the New York Mets' 1969 World Series triumph against the Baltimore Orioles, passed away on Sunday at the age of 83.

Jerry Koosman (file photo)
File photo: Jerry Koosman. New York Mets / Wikimedia Commons · Photo source

Jerry Koosman, an All-Star left-hander, died Sunday at 83. He recorded the final out of the 'Miracle Mets'' 1969 World Series victory over the Baltimore Orioles.