"We are saddened to hear the news of Al Ferrara's passing today," Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten said in a statement. "Not only was Al a memorable player for the Dodgers in the 1960s, but he tirelessly supported the Dodgers community efforts and was one of our most committed alumni supporters. We extend our sympathies to his family."
During that time, 'The Bull' was a part of three pennant-winning teams (1963, 1965 and 1966) and two World Series championships (1963, 1965). Ferrara was voted 1967 Dodger of the Year, awarded to the team's most valuable player.
After five seasons with the Dodgers, Ferrara was made available for the 1968 expansion draft and selected by the San Diego Padres, for whom he hit .265/.360/.436/.795 (122 OPS+) across three seasons.
Ferrara returned to the Dodger organization in 2009 as an Alumni ambassador and continued to make appearances representing the Dodgers and serving the community through this year.
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