Brooks Robinson, the Baltimore Orioles’ Hall of Fame third baseman whose unrivaled defensive ability and devotion to his adopted community won him the affection of generations of Baltimore residents passed away on September 26. At the time of his death, he was 86 years old.
Where Will Brooks Robinson’s Funeral Services Be Held?
The Baltimore Orioles conducted a special ceremony at Oriole Park at Camden Yards to honor “Mr. Oriole” Brooks Robinson, publically. The ceremony, which will take place on Monday, Oct. 2, at 10 a.m., will honor Robinson’s contributions to Baltimore and the Orioles franchise.
We will host a public memorial for Brooks Robinson this Monday at The Yard beginning at 10 a.m.
The memorial will recognize his impact on our organization, our city, and the sport of baseball. pic.twitter.com/IfdAyB1hg1
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) September 28, 2023
People are sharing tributes towards him on social media. Scott Van Pelt wrote, “RIP Brooks Robinson.”
When I was a little kid, I couldn’t imagine anyone ever being cooler than Brooks Robinson.
I still can’t.
RIP pic.twitter.com/7PpHWTwBoB
— Scott Van Pelt (@notthefakeSVP) September 26, 2023
Fergie Jenkins tweeted, “Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the legendary Brooks Robinson.”
Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the legendary Brooks Robinson. Mr. GoldGlove at 3rd base, a huge advocate for the players association, and great man & friend. My thoughts go out to the Robinson family, his fans, and the Oriole organization. pic.twitter.com/DY9Y1V9MdF
— Fergie Jenkins (@fergieajenkins) September 26, 2023
Fred Lynn tweeted, “The baseball world will miss Brooks Robinson. Our thoughts are with his family.”
Farewell to one of the greats of the game and one of the great gentlemen of the game. @Orioles The baseball world will miss Brooks Robinson. Our thoughts are with his family. pic.twitter.com/odYbWknlR8
— Fred Lynn (@19fredlynn) September 26, 2023
Jim Abbott posted, “In a world where you can be anything, be Brooks Robinson.”
In a world where you can be anything, be Brooks Robinson.
— Jim Abbott (@jabbottum31) September 27, 2023
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The Brooks Robinson Story From High School to Hall of Fame
Although Robinson was scouted by a number of baseball teams when he was a teenager and was given the opportunity to play basketball on a full scholarship at the University of Arkansas, he decided to sign with the Orioles right out of high school in 1955.
He continued to play for Baltimore for the whole of his MLB career rising to the position of club captain and popular Baltimore legend. He was known as “The Human Vacuum Cleaner” because of his prodigious ability to catch any ball.
He was a talented fielder who was largely regarded as the best third baseman in baseball history. Early in his career, Robinson alternated between the Orioles and their Minor League clubs, but by 1960, he was a permanent member of the team.
That year, he also won the first of his 16 Gold Glove Awards in a row. Robinson participated in his first of 18 straight All-Star Games in 1960 and was named the Most Valuable Oriole. He was also an All-Star that year.
His career-long success persisted. He was selected the American League’s MVP in 1964 and led the league in RBIs. Robinson led the Orioles to their first World Series triumph ever in 1966 when they faced the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Baltimore would defeat the Cincinnati Reds to win the World Series once more in 1970. Robinson won the World Series MVP award that season and is renowned for a spectacular grab in Game 1. The team made two more World Series appearances under Robinson in 1969 and 1971 falling to the Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Mets respectively.
Fans gave Robinson a standing ovation after his final game and turned out in record numbers for his retirement ceremony when he announced it in 1977.
He received a retired No. 5 jersey and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1983. Robinson is commemorated by statues in Baltimore’s city center and at Camden Yards, the team’s stadium.
Following his retirement, Robinson spent more than 15 years providing color commentary for the Orioles. He was a founding member and longtime leader of the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association.
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