Peter Thomas Ward was a Canadian-born professional baseball player who appeared in 973 games.
During his nine-year major league career, Ward appeared around the diamond as a third baseman, outfielder, and first baseman for three different franchises; Baltimore Orioles, Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees.
In 1965, he suffered a neck injury in a car accident, and the following year, he struggled with a back injury.
He returned with 18 home runs in 1967 but had lost his regular position and was moved around between first base, third base, and the outfield.
After the 1969 season, he was traded to the New York Yankees for pitcher Mickey Scott, and he ended his big league career after playing the 1970 season in New York.
Following his playing days, Ward managed in the minors and was a coach for the Atlanta Braves in 1978.
Baseball Player Pete Ward Cause Of Death
MLB.com’s Scott Merkin in a Twitter post announced Ward’s death.
According to him, Pete Ward passed away on March 16, 2022. However, the cause of death was not revealed.
Baseball Player Pete Ward Wife
Pete Ward was married to Margaret Ward.
The couple was together for over 55 years.
They reside in Ward casa in Lake Oswego, Portland, OR area.
Baseball Player Pete Ward Children
Baseball Player Pete Ward and his wife Margaret Ward had three sons.
The couples are grandparents to seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Baseball Player Pete Ward Age At Death
Former White Sox player Pete Ward died at the age of 84.