Legendary Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda passed away on Thursday at the age of 93. The Hall of Famer managed the Dodgers for 20 years, winning the World Series twice (1981 and 1988). He also played briefly in MLB as a pitcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers and Kansas City Athletics.
WWE is saddened to learn that Tommy Lasorda passed away Thursday night at the age of 93.
The former Los Angeles Dodgers manager was a celebrity guest ring announcer at WrestleMania 2. https://t.co/B2scTIp6je
WWE is saddened to learn that Tommy Lasorda passed away at the age of 93.
Lasorda will long be remembered for his contributions to the game of baseball, but the Baseball Hall of Famer also holds a special place in the history of sports-entertainment. The former Los Angeles Dodgers manager was a special celebrity guest at WrestleMania 2.
Lasorda was one of baseball’s most beloved ambassadors and spent an incredible 71 years with the Dodgers organizations. The legendary manager led one of the game’s most storied franchises to two World Series titles and won over 1,500 games.
WWE extends its condolences to Lasorda’s family and friends
An amazing backstage shot of @HulkHogan and Tommy Lasorda following Hogan’s victory over King Kong Bundy in a Steel Cage Match at WrestleMania 2! pic.twitter.com/AYtQRxreDX
Amazing shot of Ricky Schroder and Tommy Lasorda at WrestleMania 2. pic.twitter.com/K10pXWwcB7