Orlando Cepeda: Baseball Hall of Famer and Giants legend who was nicknamed 'Baby Bull' dies at 86

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The San Francisco Giants legend Orlando Cepeda has died at age of 86.

Cepeda died at his home on Friday, June 28, according to his family.

Orlando Cepeda's wife Nydia confirmed his death

The Hall of Famer was honored by his former team by holding a moment of silence and showcasing his photograph on the scoreboard at Oracle Park midway during a game against the LA Dodgers.

“Our beloved Orlando passed away peacefully at home this evening, listening to his favorite music and surrounded by his loved ones, We take comfort that he is at peace,” his wife, Nydia, said in a statement

“Man, what another gut punch,” said Giants manager Bob Melvin, referencing another Hall of Famer Willie Mays who died a few days ago, according to NPR.

“Another just incredible personality and just beloved here. Statue out front. The numbers he put up, there are a lot of legends here and he’s certainly right in the middle of that. To have it so close in proximity to Willie, it’s kind of staggering," Melvin said.

“Orlando Cepeda’s unabashed love for the game of baseball sparkled during his extraordinary playing career, and later as one of the game’s enduring ambassadors,” Hall of Fame Chairman Jane Forbes Clark wrote in a tribute to Cepeda.

“We will miss his wonderful smile at Hall of Fame Weekend in Cooperstown, where his spirit will shine forever, and we extend our deepest sympathies to the Cepeda family," Forbes Clark added.

A seven-time All-Star Cepeda, who went on to play three World Series, was the 1958 NL Rookie of the Year with San Francisco and NL MVP in 1967 with St Louis.

In 1961, Cepeda led the NL with 46 homers and 142 RBIs. Cepeda was a .297 career hitter with 379 home runs.

Netizens offered prayers after Baseball legend Orlando Cepeda's death at 86

Internet paid tribute to the celebrated Giants star for his contribution to the sport.

A fan remembered the athlete on Facebook, "Sending love and prayers for the family and friends 🙏🏼 ❤️ 🙏🏼"

"My Deepest CONDOLENCES and PRAYERS For the Family," a second user commented. 

"One of the best Hall of Famers!! My deepest condolences," a user shared the sentiments.

"Two Great Giants passed away in couple of weeks. R I P," another expressed. 

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