"Miracle Mets World Series Shortstop Bud Harrelson Dies at 79"

Bud Harrelson, the shortstop for the Miracle Mets who won the 1969 World Series, has passed away at the age of 79 after battling Alzheimer's disease. He played 13 seasons for the Mets and later became their manager, and was also affiliated with the Long Island Ducks. Harrelson's impact on Long Island and his contributions to baseball will be remembered, and he is survived by his ex-wife, children, and grandchildren.