Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn Dies

Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn, whose 2007 Induction with Cal Ripken Jr. brought an estimated 84,000 fans to Cooperstown, has died.  He was suffering from cancer of the jaw.  Follow the developing story on ESPN.

He Amassed 3,141 Hits With Padres

Padres great Tony Gwynn, who died today after battling salivary gland cancer, amassed 3,141 hits during a Hall of Fame career with the San Diego Padres.  He was 54.

Gwynn Loved By Many, Jane Forbes Clark Says in Statement

Here is a statement from Hall of Fame Chairman Jane Forbes Clark released a few minutes ago.

“It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Tony Gwynn. He was beloved by so many, especially the Hall of Fame family, for his kindness, graciousness and passion for the game. Tony was one of baseball history’s most consistent hitters and most affable personalities. He was an icon for San Diego Padres fans, never more evident than on Induction Day of 2007, when tens of thousands of Tony’s most appreciative fans filled Cooperstown for his Hall of Fame speech. We extend our deepest sympathies to Alicia and the entire Gwynn family.”