Former MLB player and manager Jeff Torborg passed away at the age of 83 in his hometown of Westfield, New Jersey. Torborg, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2010, had a distinguished career in baseball both as a player and a manager.
During his playing days, Torborg was a catcher known for his defensive skills. He caught three no-hitters, including Sandy Koufax's perfect game in 1965 while playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Torborg also had successful stints with the Dodgers and the California Angels, accumulating a career batting average of .214 with eight home runs and 101 RBIs in 574 games.
