We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Major League player and coach Sandy Alomar Sr. Alomar Sr. was 81 years old. MLB US

We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Major League player and coach Sandy Alomar Sr. Alomar Sr. was 81 years old. MLB US

We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Major League player and coach Sandy Alomar Sr.

The Puerto Rico native played for six different teams across his 15-year playing career and was an American League All-Star for the Angels in 1970. He totaled 227 stolen bases, including a career-high 39 in 1971. He went on to coach for several Major League teams through 2009.

He is the father of 1990 AL Rookie of the Year and 6-time All-Star Sandy Alomar Jr. and Hall of Famer Roberto Alomar.

Alomar Sr. was 81 years old.