Tony Fernandez Dies At 57

TORONTO (AP) – Former All-Star shortstop Tony Fernandez has died. The director of his charitable foundation said Fernandez died Sunday afternoon. He had been ill with a kidney disease and was on a life support system. Fernandez was a stylish shortstop who made five All-Star teams during his 17 seasons in the major leagues and helped the Toronto Blue Jays win the 1993 World Series. Fernandez earned four straight Gold Gloves with the Blue Jays in the 1980s and holds club records for career hits and games played. Fernandez was 57.