Larry Lucchino, the legendary baseball executive, passed away at the age of 78. During his illustrious career, he held leadership positions with various teams, including the Boston Red Sox, Baltimore Orioles and San Diego Padres. His most notable contributions were with the Red Sox, where he played a crucial role in breaking the “Curse of the Bambino” and leading the team to three World Series championships in 14 years.
Lucchino was known for his ability to assemble talented teams and elevate rivalries, famously referring to the New York Yankees as the “Evil Empire.” He was praised for his outstanding leadership in the industry by MLB commissioner Rob Manfred. Before joining the Red Sox, Lucchino focused on modernizing ballparks and making improvements to Fenway Park.
In reflecting on his time with the Red Sox, Lucchino expressed his deep appreciation for the organization, referring to it as a baseball executive’s Mecca. His legacy lives on through the lasting impact he made on the team and baseball as a whole.
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