Hall of Fame Harmon Killebrew dies

Harmon Killebrew, who spent 21 of his 22 pro seasons with the Washington Senators / Minnesota Twins franchise, died today at age 74 after battling esophageal cancer. Killebrew said on Friday he would no longer for the disease that was incurable be treated by his doctors.

The 13-time All-Star, nicknamed "Killer" won the 1969 AL MVP after hitting 49 HR and driving in runs 140th Posted in Hall of Fame in 1984 (the first twin to be determined), Killebrew led the American League in home runs six times and finished his career with 573 walkers round 11 In the list of all time in baseball.

Killebrew eight seasons of 40 or more home runs is tied for second in baseball history. Only Babe Ruth with 11 more.

The Senators moved to Minneapolis, before the 1961 season. In his first four seasons in Minnesota, Killebrew hit 190 channels, including 49 in 1964. A total of 393 home runs in 1960, more than any other player in this decade (Hank Aaron was next with 375 HR). His 1013 RBI 1960, done after Aaron 1107th second 's.

As a tribute to the twins Killebrew presented their 1961 throwback uniforms cream for all remaining home games. Sharing is sexy