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Dave Parker’s Cause of Death Updates: How ‘The Cobra’ Died

Learn more about the Hall of Famer’s health struggles, including his battle with Parkinson’s disease, & what is known about his cause of death.

Image Credit: Getty ImagesBaseball lost one of its legends with the passing of Dave Parker, the Hall of Fame outfielder known for his powerful swing and larger-than-life presence. Over his 19-year MLB career, he amassed 2,712 hits, 339 home runs, 1,493 RBIs, and a lifetime batting average of .290, cementing his place as one of the most feared hitters of his era. Parker also won three Gold Gloves and three Silver Slugger awards, led the National League in batting average in 1977, and earned All-Star MVP honors in 1979.

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