The Pirates have announced the passing of former World Series champion outfielder and coach Bob Skinner.
Skinner passed away on Monday. He was 94.
“As a member of the 1960 World Series championship team, Bob was an important part of one of the most beloved teams in our storied history and helped deliver a moment that will forever be woven into the fabric of our city,” said Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting. “Bob was a talented player, a proud Pirate and a respected member of the baseball community. On behalf of the entire Pirates organization, we extend our deepest condolences to Bob’s family, friends and all those who knew and loved him.”
Skinner played nine of his 12 MLB seasons with the Pirates, making his debut in 1954. He was an All-Star in 1958 and 1960.
In 1958 he started 141 games in left field and hit .321 with and OPS of .879. He had 70 RBI, 93 runs scored and 13 home runs.
After his playing career, Skinner served as a coach with several teams including the Pirates’ hitting coach from 1974-1976 and returned to Pittsburgh in 1977 for a seven-year stay on the coaching staff.
Skinner won the World Series as a player in 1960 and as a coach in 1979 with the Pirates.
Skinner is survived by his wife Joan, four sons and eight grandchildren.
Pitcher Vernon Law is the only remaining, living member of the 1960 World Series
