Former All-Star Reliever Al Holland Dies at 73
The team said Holland was a key 1983 pennant contributor and an All-Star in 1984, and extended condolences to his family and former teammates.
- Former Philadelphia Phillies reliever Al Holland died at 73 on Saturday, the MLB club and the Aggies confirmed. Holland, a 10-year veteran, played for Philadelphia from 1983 to 1985.
- Before his MLB career, Holland starred for the Aggies from 1972-75, throwing a no-hitter in all four college seasons. He earned induction into the College Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015.
- Holland shared the 1983 National League Fireman of the Year award with Hall of Famer Lee Smith after recording 25 saves, helping Philadelphia reach the 1983 World Series. As a Phillies reliever, he tallied 194 innings and 55 saves.
- The Phillies expressed gratitude, stating, "The club and fans are forever grateful for his contributions and the legacy he leaves behind in Philadelphia." The team extended condolences to his family and former teammates.
- Across 646 innings, Holland posted a 2.98 ERA throughout his 10-year MLB career, cementing his legacy as one of the sport's standout relievers. His induction into the College Baseball Hall of Fame further solidified his place in baseball history.
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Former All-Star reliever Al Holland dies at 73
Former All-Star reliever Al Holland, best known for his tenure with the Philadelphia Phillies, has died at 73, both the MLB club and North Carolina A&T confirmed. Al Holland Jr., told North Carolina A&T that his father died on Saturday at Fort Mill,...
Philadelphia Phillies Make Heartfelt Post After Former MLB All-Star Player Passes Away
The Philadelphia Phillies lost a legend on Monday when the announcement was made that 10-year MLB veteran pitcher Al Holland had passed away. He was 73 years old and played with the Phillies from 1983 to 1985. MLBTradeRumors.com’s Darragh McDonald wrote (about Al Holland): “Holland was born in Roanoke, Virginia in 1952. After graduating high […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Make Heartfelt Post After Former MLB All-Star Player Passes Away appea…
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