Fred Claire, 1988 Dodgers World Series GM, Dies at 91

Fred Claire, who led the Los Angeles Dodgers to a World Series championship as general manager, died Monday. He was 91.

Claire's family announced his peaceful death at his Pasadena, California, home. The cause of death was not disclosed.

As general manager from 1987 to 1998, Claire assembled the Dodgers team that defeated the heavily favored Oakland Athletics in the 1988 World Series. Kirk Gibson's dramatic pinch-hit home run in Game 1 remains one of baseball's most memorable moments.

Claire spent more than three decades with the Dodgers in various capacities. He was widely respected for his sharp baseball knowledge and dedication to the sport.