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Phil Garner, Baseball's 'Scrap Iron,' Dies at 76

Phil Garner, a feisty baseball lifer with an endearing soft side, dies at 76

The New York Times2026.04.12Updated 15h ago
Phil Garner, a feisty baseball lifer with an endearing soft side, dies at 76

A three-time All-Star who managed for 15 years, the man known as "Scrap Iron" made a lasting impact as a teammate and manager.

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Phil Garner, a three-time All-Star and 15-year MLB manager nicknamed "Scrap Iron," has died at 76. Known for his feisty playing style and leadership abilities, Garner left a lasting legacy as both a respected teammate and influential manager throughout his baseball career.

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