India, June 29 -- National Baseball Hall of Fame outfielder Dave Parker, famously known as "The Cobra," passed away at age 74 after a decade-long battle with Parkinson's disease. The Pittsburgh Pirates announced his death in a heartfelt post on X.

"We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Dave Parker," Pirates said. "A legendary Pirate, Parker spent 11 years in a Pirates uniform, winning 2 batting titles, an MVP award and a World Series Championship in 1979."

"The Cobra was part of the inaugural Pirates Hall of Fame class in 2022, and will be enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown next month."

Parker was married to Kellye Crockett Parker for over 35 years until his passing on June 28, 2025. Th...