What happened: The Philadelphia Phillies announced the passing of former catcher and Wall of Famer Bob Boone at age 78. The franchise praised Boone as an exemplary athlete, teammate, and family man on and off the field.

Why it matters: Boone anchored one of baseball's most historic three-generation families alongside his father Ray and sons Bret and Aaron. A seven-time Gold Glove catcher and former All-Star, he also set major league records for games caught during his career.

What to watch: Tributes from across Major League Baseball and the Phillies organization are expected to continue as the community honors his legacy.