The baseball world lost an all-time legend on Monday, as Chicago Cubs second baseman Ryne Sandberg died at age 65. He announced in January 2024 that he had been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer.

CHICAGO (AP) — Ryne Sandberg, a Hall of Fame second baseman who became one of baseball’s best all-around players while starring for the Chicago Cubs, has died. He was 65. Sandberg was surrounded by his family when he died at his home on Monday, according to the team.

Ryne Sandberg, Chicago Cubs legend and Hall of Famer, has passed away at 65 after a battle with prostate cancer.