By Adeniyi Precious 
Jeff Torborg, a former Mets manager and MLB lifer, has passed away at 83. Torborg, known for his catching days in the league and later as a manager, reportedly battled Parkinson’s in recent years.
A New Jersey native, Torborg shined in college at Rutgers, batting .537 in one season, before signing with the Dodgers in 1963. While his playing career didn’t hit All-Star levels, he caught three no-hitters, including legendary games from Sandy Koufax and Nolan Ryan. After stints with the Angels and a trade to St. Louis (where he never actually played), he retired as a player.
In 1977, Torborg began his coaching career with Cleveland, eventually taking over as their manager. He spent nearly a decade coaching for the Yankees, covering various roles before heading to the White Sox in 1989. His 1990 season with Chicago earned him the A.L. Manager of the Year award after a massive team turnaround.
The Mets hired him in 1992 with high hopes, but his time in Queens was rocky. After a tough 1992 season and a slow start in 1993, Torborg was let go. He later managed the Expos and Marlins but never reached the postseason, ending his managerial career with a record of 634-718.
Following his managerial days, Torborg worked as a sportscaster before retiring in 2007. Despite his ups and downs in baseball, his impact and dedication to the sport won’t be forgotten.