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Dodgers icon Davey Lopes dies at 80

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated Apr 8, 2026 3:51 PM ET

Davey Lopes, a four-time MLB All-Star and Los Angeles Dodgers icon, has died at the age of 80.

Lopes died following complications from Parkinson’s disease, according to TMZ Sports. He had been receiving care in his native Rhode Island and died surrounded by his family. The Dodgers confirmed his death in a post on social media.

The Dodgers mourn the loss of Davey Lopes, who passed away today at age 80. Lopes was a member of the team’s record-setting infield of the 1970s and 1980s and one of the finest basestealers in MLB history. Our condolences go out to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/dJkOk0CWbP
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) April 8, 2026

Lopes is best remembered for his playing career, particularly with the Dodgers from 1972 to 1981. He made four All-Star teams and was part of the club’s 1981 World Series championship. He also played for the Oakland A’s, Chicago Cubs, and Houston Astros during the twilight of his career.

In addition to his playing career, Lopes had a lengthy coaching career. He managed the Milwaukee Brewers from 2000 to 2002, and spent nearly three decades in various coaching roles. He won a second World Series title in 2008 as first base coach for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Lopes stole at least 40 bases in a season six times during his career. He stole a career-high 77 bases in 1975, but also had a power element to his game as he hit 28 home runs for the Dodgers in 1979.

In total, Lopes was a .263 career hitter with 155 home runs and 557 stolen bases during a 16-year career.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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