Walt Jocketty, a celebrated baseball executive who played a pivotal role in shaping successful teams with the Oakland Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals, passed away at the age of 74. His career began with the A's in 1980, where he developed a robust farm system and contributed to their World Series victories. Later, as the Cardinals' general manager, he hired manager Tony La Russa, leading the team to seven division titles and two National League championships, including the 2006 World Series win, marking an important milestone in franchise history. Jocketty's contributions to baseball will be remembered.
Walt Jocketty, the legendary baseball executive who started with the Oakland A's and won a World Series, has passed away at 74.
Jocketty's tenure with the Cardinals saw them win the National League Central Division seven times and achieve two NL championships, culminating in a World Series title in 2006.
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