Walt Jocketty, a prominent figure in Major League Baseball as a general manager for the Cardinals and Reds, has died at age 74. He impacted the sport over four decades, beginning with the Oakland Athletics where he helped construct a winning team that clinched three consecutive AL pennants and a World Series title in 1989. Later, he transformed the Cardinals into a powerhouse, achieving a World Series victory in 2006 and drafting stars like Albert Pujols. His legacy includes significant trades and nurturing talent, consistently making the Cardinals competitive in the league.
Walt Jocketty, a key figure in baseball for over 40 years, passed away at age 74; he was influential in building championship teams, notably the 2006 Cardinals.
Jocketty's legacy includes not only winning a World Series with St. Louis but also developing future stars like Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina.
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