Former manager of the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Pittsburgh Pirates and Atlanta Braves, Chuck Tanner, has passed away at the age of 82.  The news was first reported by the New Castle News.  In 19 seasons has a manager, Tanner compiled a 1352-1381 record.

In 2006, Tanner was asked by then Houston Astros’ manager, Phil Garner, to serve as a coach for the National League All Stars.  Tanner was a coach of Garner’s during Garner’s playing years.