Darren Daulton, Former Phillies Catcher, Dies At 55

PHILADELPHIA – Darren Daulton, the legendary Philadelphia Phillies catcher, has died at 55.

Daulton died Sunday, Aug. 6, the team announced.

Daulton played for the Phillies in 1983 and then from 1985 to 1997.

During his tenure in the City of Brotherly Love, Daulton was a three-time All Star, won a Silver Slugger award, took the team to the World Series in 1993, and earned the love of the team's dedicated fan base.

He solidified his legendary status with the team by being included on the Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame in 2010.

Daulton closed his MLB career with the Florida Marlins in 1997 where he won the World Series.

Social media was abuzz with tributes to the late catcher.

So crushing to hear about the passing of one of my childhood heros Darren Daulton from brain cancer. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
— Rob Long (@RobLong47) August 7, 2017

Daulton died after battling brain cancer for four years, according to Philly.com.

Following his diagnosis, Daulton launched the Darren Daulton Foundation, which provides financial assistance to those who suffer from brain cancer and brain tumors.

He is survived by parents, Carol and Dave of Arkansas City, Kansas; brother, Dave Jr., of Arkansas City, Kansas; his wife Amanda of Clearwater, Florida.; and children Zachary, Summer, Savannah, and Darren Jr. of Clearwater, according to Philly.com

Daulton's funeral will be private and donations can be made to the Darren Daulton Foundation Foundation, 1339 Chestnut Street, Suite 500, Philadelphia, PA 19107,

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