Legendary Phillies catcher Bob Boone passes away at age 78

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia Phillies world champion catcher Bob Boone has passed away.

His son shared the news on Facebook, saying, "Baseball lost a great one today."

Boone was the catcher for the Phillies' first World Series Championship in 1980, and spent ten seasons with the team.

He was also a four-time All-Star and seven-time Gold Glove Winner.

His son, Aaron Boone, is currently the manager of the New York Yankees.

Bob Boone was 78 years old.